VIDEO: Can a terminally ill person withdraw their retirement savings without penalties?

Can you withdraw from retirement accounts if you’re diagnosed with a terminal illness? Here’s what the IRS allows—and what to watch for.

In this video, I explain what happens if you need to access your retirement funds due to a terminal illness. We’ll cover:

  • When the IRS allows penalty-free withdrawals
  • How disability and hardship rules apply
  • Taxes you’ll still need to pay
  • Options like hardship withdrawals and Substantially Equal Periodic Payments (SEPP)

 

If you or a loved one are facing a serious health challenge, understanding your financial options can make a big difference.

Watch until the end for key takeaways and next steps to consider. 

If you’d like help with your specific situation, connect with a Certified Financial Planner® or tax professional.

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This material is intended for educational purposes only. You should always consult a financial, tax, or legal professional familiar with your unique circumstances before making any financial decisions. Nothing in this material constitutes a solicitation for the sale or purchase of any securities. Any mentioned rates of return are historical or hypothetical in nature and are not a guarantee of future returns. Past performance does not guarantee future performance. Future returns may be lower or higher. Investments involve risk. Investment values will fluctuate with market conditions, and security positions, when sold, may be worth less or more than their original cost. Dorval & Chorne Financial Advisors is a registered investment adviser with the SEC. Registration of an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training.

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