Retirement tax questions

And since you turn 74 in 2025 (21 Dec?) you can take it any time in 2025, you don't have to wait until your birthday. The RMD amount/divisor/% for 2025 is set based on your age right after your birthday...i.e 74 for 2025.
____________*Answers are correct to the best of my knowledge when posted, but should not be considered to be legal or official tax advice.*