I have multiple IRAs and a 401(k): How do I avoid headaches over required minimum distributions next year?

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Dear Fix My Portfolio, 

I’m 72 and will soon have to take required minimum distributions, which are going to be around $68,000 in total the first year. I have two IRAs and one 401(k), and I have to figure out how to take the money — when, how much and from which accounts. I understand the IRAs can and…