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In the previous page, we discussed the first method of calculating 71 t distributions, the 72t Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) method. There are two other methods that a 72 t calculator can do to help you calculate the 72t distribution amount you are allowed to withdraw each year.

2. 72t Amortization Method

The annual 72t distribution payment for each year is determined by amortizing in level amounts the account balance over a specified number of years determined using the chosen life expectancy table and the chosen interest rate. Under this method, the account balance, the number from the chosen life expectancy table and the resulting annual payment are determined once.

3. 72t Annuitization Method

The annual 72t distribution payment for each year is determined by dividing the account balance by an annuity factor that is the present value of an annuity of $1 per year beginning at the taxpayer’s age and continuing for the life of the taxpayer (or the joint lives of the individual and beneficiary).

Under this method:

• the account balance,
• the annuity factor,
• the chosen interest rate and
• the resulting annual payment

are determined once.