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IRA mistake triggers tax

Banker's error in titling an IRA causes a $35,000 tax bill, and he should be on the hook to fix it.

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IRA mistake triggers tax
Banker's error in titling an IRA causes a $35,000 tax bill, and he should be on the hook to fix it.
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