Roth 401(k)s Now Match Roth IRAs: $0 RMDs for Life

February 18, 2026· 2 min read
Roth 401(k)s Now Match Roth IRAs: $0 RMDs for Life

SECURE Act 2.0 eliminated required distributions from Roth 401(k)s starting in 2024

The Details

High earners can now leave millions in Roth 401(k)s indefinitely while contributing $23,500 yearly (vs. $7,000 IRA limit), creating massive tax-free estates without rollover paperwork or creditor exposure.

What this means for you

Retirement decisions compound — getting one of these details wrong can cost tens of thousands of dollars over a retirement. The good news: most of these mistakes are completely avoidable if you understand how the rule actually works.

Next step

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