Is a Traditional or Roth IRA right for you? Compare the differences.
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Traditional IRA |
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Roth IRA |
| Summary |
May allow you to deduct
contributions on your income taxes
now. Investment grows tax-deferred
and then is subject to income tax
when withdrawals are made. |
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If you meet eligibility requirements
you can make after-tax
contributions and the money
withdrawn after retirement may
be free from federal taxes. |
| Age Eligibility |
You can contribute up to age 70 1/2
as long as you have earned income.
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You can contribute at any age as
long as you have earned income and
meet the income requirements.
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| Income Eligibility |
No income requirements.
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For the 2008 tax year:
- Full contribution if MAGI is less
than $101,000 (single) or
$159,000 (joint)
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Partial contribution if MAGI is
less than $116,000 (single) or
$169,000 (joint)
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| Maximum Annual Contribution Per Eligible Individual |
$5,000 ($6,000 age 50 and
older) for the 2008 tax year. |
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$5,000 ($6,000 age 50 and older)
for the 2008 tax year |
| Withdrawal Penalty |
10% IRS early withdrawal penalty if
withdrawn before age 59 1/2.
Possible exceptions apply. |
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10% IRS early withdrawal penalty
if earnings are withdrawn before
age 59 1/2. Possible exceptions
apply.
Contributions are not subject to
withdrawal penalties.
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| Mandatory Withdrawal Age |
Distribution must begin at
age 70 1/2. |
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None |
Contact us for more information.
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- Please consult your tax advisor.
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- Monthly Adjusted Gross Income