IRAs
Traditional IRA
- Penalty-free withdrawals are allowed for first-time homebuyers and qualified higher educational expenses.
- Contributions and earned dividends are tax-deferred.
- Many taxpayers will be eligible for tax-deductible contributions
Roth IRA
- Contributions may be withdrawn tax-free and penalty-free at any time for any reason.
- Contributions are not tax-deductible.
- Tax-free and penalty-free earned dividends are available for withdrawal as long as the account has been open for at least five (5) years and you are over 59½ years old, or are disabled, or buying your first home.
Educational IRA
- Allows contributions up to the age of 18 years.
- Money may be withdrawn tax-free if used to pay for higher educational expenses before reaching age 30.
- Tax-free withdrawals for qualified higher educational expenses.
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