Roth 457(b), 401(k) and 403(b) accounts are subject to tax-free Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) starting at age 72. While these RMDs are tax-free, the dividends, interest and capital gains generated by the re-investment of these distributions are subject to tax.
With that said, most people starting at age 72 don't relish the responsibility of, first, taking their annual RMD and then re-investing it. This is why I recommend the following: Firstly, everyone should have a NYCE Roth IRA even though you may have no intention to contribute to it. Secondly, upon your retirement, roll your Roth 457(b), your Roth 401(k) and your Roth 403(b) accounts into your NYCE Roth IRA. Why? NYCE Roth IRA owners are not subject to RMDs starting at age 72.
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