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New Member
posted Apr 27, 2021 3:47:41 PM

How can I calculate RMD?

I called administrator and was referred to IRS Pub 721.  I am trying to determine how to calculate RMD based on info on the 1099.  Is that possible?

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Level 15
Apr 27, 2021 3:54:43 PM

Most RMD's were suspended for 2020.  If you are asking about 2021, see this:

IRA Required Minimum Distribution Worksheet (irs.gov)

New Member
Apr 27, 2021 4:16:55 PM

Thanks for the reply.  Am doing taxes for my Dad who passed away in May...  I called administrator and was told IRS pub 721 would be where to find out how to calculate... should I assume zero for 2020?

Level 15
Apr 27, 2021 4:19:44 PM

Yes 0.  When it asks if this is a RMD say NO.  There is no RMD for 2020.  Or was this from a pension?

Level 15
Apr 27, 2021 4:23:14 PM

I looked up Pub 721.  That seems to be for retirees.  If this was a pension then say Yes it was all the RMD.  Anything a pension pays you is considered to be the RMD.

Level 15
Apr 27, 2021 7:26:32 PM

@1940ceramics 

 

The rules for RMD calculation are found in IRS Pub 590B.