Unlike retirement accounts, there are no federal contribution limits for variable annuities, and the investment gains won’t be taxed until they are withdrawn.
New tax rules will determine the deductibility of donations in 2026 for better or worse, which means taxpayers may want to rethink the timing and amount of their donations for 2025 and beyond.
It’s important for heirs to consider how a windfall might be used to strengthen their finances now and over the long term.
Roth accounts offer no current-year tax benefit, but they can provide tax-free retirement income.
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