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IRA distributions are not considered earned income for the Social Security earnings test. Traditional IRA distributions increase AGI, which could cause up to 85% of your Social Security to be taxable.

If you inherit an IRAs, you may need to take required minimum distributions (RMDs). Spouses may delay RMDs or opt for life expectancy payouts; others face stricter timelines. Non-spouse heirs ay need ...