Taking money from your retirement plan? Take note: While withdrawals aren't mandatory after turning 59½, you must start taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) upon turning 73.You are required to take the minimum distribution from your IRA, but you do not need additional income. You do not itemize your deductions. Fill in the oval that describes your status on Dec. Some forms of early withdrawal from retirement programs are taxable. Stock options are taxable at the time of exercise. If you wish to withdraw your earnings from a Roth IRA without paying taxes, you must be 59½ and must have held the Roth IRA for at least five years. Fill in the oval that describes your status on Dec. Contact our support team.