What is the rule of 55 and how can I use it to reduce my taxes?

Are you nearing retirement and curious about how to access your 401(k) without penalties before age 59 and a half? In this episode of The Ask Ralph podcast, Ralph Estep Jr. explains the Rule of 55 and how it can help reduce your taxes. Ralph dives into this IRS provision that allows you to access your 401(k) penalty-free, bypassing the usual 10% early withdrawal fee. Tune in to discover how you can take advantage of this strategy to retire early while minimizing taxes, and learn how the Rule of 55 can work for you.

https://www.askralphpodcast.com/rule-of-55/

Podcast Timestamps:
00:00 Episode Overview
01:52 Listener’s Question: Tammy's Concerns About Early Retirement
02:52 Bible Verse: Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 – Timing and Planning
03:59 Real-Life Story: Barry's Early Retirement Success with the Rule of 55
04:25 What is the Rule of 55?
05:20 How to Implement the Rule of 55 #1 Verify Your Age
05:31 #2 Check Your Plan
05:53 #3 Consolidate Accounts
06:20 #4 Plan Your Exit
06:37 #5 Budget Carefully
07:01 #6 Consider Tax Implications
07:39 Pros and Cons of Using the Rule of 55
10:01 Recap
13:12 Actionable Steps You Can Take Based on the Discussion

Websites/Resources mentioned:
https://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc558
https://www.bankrate.com/retirement/rule-of-55/
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