CALENDAR: OCTOBER 2024.

The article provides a variety of information on different topics. It suggests that now is a good time to get a rewards credit card, especially with the upcoming holiday season. It also mentions the open-enrollment period for Medicare, where individuals can switch plans. The article discusses the rules and penalties for non-spouse beneficiaries of inherited IRAs, stating that they must start taking required minimum distributions within 10 years of the original owner's death. However, this rule does not apply to spouses who inherit an IRA. Additionally, the article mentions a potential holiday shopping event on Amazon and reminds readers of the deadline to file their federal income tax return if they requested an extension. [Extracted from the article]