Aug 5, 2026
Why wait until year-end when there may be planning
opportunities available right now?
In this episode of Something More with Chris Boyd,
Chris Boyd, Russ Ball, and Luke Bagley discuss two often-overlooked
areas of financial planning that deserve attention before the
calendar turns: Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and
beneficiary designations.
With markets posting strong gains through much of the year,
many retirees and inherited IRA beneficiaries may be wondering
whether it makes sense to wait until December to take their
required distributions. The team explores why a mid-year review can
be valuable, how market performance may influence planning
decisions, and why RMDs can be part of a broader asset allocation
and risk-management conversation rather than simply a year-end
obligation.
The discussion also highlights strategies that can help make
RMDs more effective, including Qualified Charitable Distributions
(QCDs) for charitable-minded individuals. In addition, the
conversation turns to another planning area that frequently gets
overlooked: beneficiary designations. Whether due to marriage,
divorce, the birth of children, or simply years passing since an
account was opened, outdated beneficiaries can create unintended
consequences. The team explains where these designations typically
exist, why they often supersede instructions in a will, and how
proper planning can help simplify the transfer of assets while
avoiding unnecessary probate complications.
The episode also begins with a discussion of the team's
upcoming seminar series, Unlocking Value Without
Unnecessary Tax Burden, designed for individuals with
highly appreciated investments, real estate, or business interests
who are seeking tax-efficient planning strategies. To learn more or
register, visit:
https://events.wealthenhancement.com/amrtaxwebinar
If it has been a while since you've reviewed your retirement
distribution strategy, account beneficiaries, or overall financial
plan, this episode offers practical reminders and timely
opportunities to revisit some of your most important financial
decisions.
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