Individual Retirement Accounts are an excellent way to plan for your retirement future and supplement social security benefits. Also, they are FDIC insured up to $250,000 so you don’t have to worry about losing this important investment.
Benefits of the Traditional IRA:
- Contributions may be tax deductible (consult your tax advisor)
- Contributions and related earnings are tax-deferred until distribution
- Everyone under age 70 ½ with earned income can participate
Requirements of the Traditional IRA:
- Distributions may begin at age 59 ½, and are required by April 1st of the year following the year you
turn 70 ½
- Distributions taken prior to age 59 ½ may be subject to a 10% early withdrawal penalty by the IRS, unless an exception exists
Benefits of the Roth IRA:
- Contributions are not tax deductible, but earnings are free from federal income tax if certain conditions are met
- Contribute past the age of 70 ½ with no mandatory distribution requirements
- Non-deductible contributions can be withdrawn anytime without federal income tax or IRS penalties
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