IRAs

That distance is measured in time in the case of the Roth. You’ll need time to recover (and hopefully exceed) the losses sustained as a result of the taxes you paid. As you get closer to retirement, you’ll notice that you’re running out of time. “Holders are paying a significant present tax penalty in exchange […]

When you move jobs, you have a few options regarding what to do with your prior employer’s 401(k) plan. Many people find that rolling their 401(k) balance into an IRA is the best option. An IRA may also provide you with additional investing options and control than your previous 401(k) plan. What are the disadvantages

If you’re wondering how Roth IRA contributions are taxed, keep reading. Here’s the solution… Although there is no tax deductible for Roth IRA contributions like there is for regular IRA contributions, Roth distributions are tax-free if certain conditions are met. You can withdraw your contributions (but not your gains) tax-free and penalty-free at any time

A Roth IRA is a type of individual retirement account in which you pay taxes on the money you put into it but not on any future withdrawals. When you think your marginal taxes will be greater in retirement than they are today, Roth IRAs are the way to go. If you earn too much

An IRA can be opened by anyone with qualifying earned income, whereas a 401(k) can only be opened through an employer. If you have an IRA, you can avoid the 10% early withdrawal penalty for specified expenses such as higher education, a first house purchase up to $10,000, or health insurance if you are unemployed.

Although Roth IRAs appear to be ideal, they have drawbacks, such as the lack of an immediate tax relief and a modest maximum contribution. Roth IRAs are the preferred child in the world of retirement accounts. What’s not to like about your retirement funds growing tax-free? What is the downside of a Roth IRA? Roth

When deciding between a SIMPLE IRA and a 401(k) plan, keep in mind that each plan may be a better fit for specific businesses, depending on criteria such as company size and employee demands and needs. Understanding the distinctions between 401(k) plans and Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) can help businesses make informed decisions regarding their

A Roth IRA is a great method to put money aside for your retirement years. This form of retirement account, unlike its cousin, the regular IRA, allows your investments to grow tax-free. It also allows you to withdraw your donations (but not earnings) tax-free at any time. Roth IRAs also provide for tax-free withdrawals of

Every taxpayer’s ambition is to have tax-free income. And it’s a reality if you save in a Roth account. Roth IRAs are the newcomers to the world of retirement savings. In 1998, the Roth IRA, named after the late Delaware Senator William Roth, became a savings option, and in 2006, the Roth 401(k). A useful

Many investors have lost or are losing money on their IRAs as the economy continues to sour. It can be upsetting to see your retirement funds rapidly dwindle on your quarterly statement. The good news is that you don’t have to sit around and watch your money disappear. You can at the very least take