2. An Inherited IRA is a way to “stretch” the benefits of an IRA. To take advantage of a stretch IRA it is important to designate beneficiaries properly. With an inherited IRA, the beneficiary is able to stretch RMDs from the inherited IRA over their life expectancy allowing the IRA to continue to grow.
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3. A “unit investment trust” is a type of investment company. UITs do not have a board of directors and are normally minimally supervised by a trustee. UITs use the IPO process when shares are initially issued. Some characteristics of UITs are they typically issue redeemable securities, they have a termination date, and they do not actively trade its investment portfolio.
4. A value mutual fund is a fund that’s intent is to invest in stocks that are undervalued in price based on fundamental characteristics. The value mutual fund follows a value investing strategy. Value mutual funds are perceived to be less risky and less expensive compared to other fund types. The premise is investing in stocks considered a bargain with the expectation that the prices will eventually rise to their value. If the stocks do not appreciate in value, investors still benefit from dividend payments. Funds are often categorized by market