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We bought an annuity from lincoln benefit, and began withdrawing in 2023 , what is basis of retirement income?

we purchased ourselves an annuity, not part of any company retirement plan, what basis is this distribution?
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JulieS
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We bought an annuity from lincoln benefit, and began withdrawing in 2023 , what is basis of retirement income?

Yes, when you buy a non-qualified annuity, the basis is the amount of your investment in the annuity. This amount should be listed in box 5 of Form 1099-R. 

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