No, Roth IRAs do not require you to take distributions during your lifetime. This is a major advantage over traditional IRAs, which force withdrawals starting at age 73.
Because of this, Roth IRAs are often used strategically in estate planning. You can let the account grow tax-free for as long as you live, and then pass it on to heirs, who will have their own distribution rules but still benefit from tax-free growth.
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