Show Notes
Want to access your retirement savings before 59½ without the usual 10% early withdrawal penalty?
On the latest episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Rob Townend, CPA and founder of Early Retirement Access, for an insightful conversation on Section 72(t), early retirement, and tax planning. After using the strategy himself to transition from corporate America to early retirement, Rob explains how 72(t) can allow eligible individuals to access certain retirement funds before age 59½ through a structured series of payments. He also discusses who may benefit, common mistakes, distribution requirements, tax planning opportunities, and why careful planning is essential before establishing a 72(t) strategy.
Key Takeaways:
→ Section 72(t) can provide penalty-free access to certain retirement funds before 59½ → Early retirement planning starts with understanding your cash-flow needs → Distribution errors can trigger significant retroactive penalties → Rolling old 401(k)s into an IRA may provide greater flexibility → 72(t) can be used as both an income and tax-planning strategy
More from Robert Townend and Early Retirement Access: Website: earlyretirementaccess.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robert-townend-817a2a37/?locale=-
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