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Traditional IRA |
Roth IRA |
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Eligibility |
- Individuals under the age of 70½ with earned income
- Non-compensated spouses of individuals with earned income filing joint tax returns
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- Individuals with earned income, and an Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) less than $101,000 if single and less than $159,000 if married filing jointly
- Individuals with an AGI of $101,000 - $116,000 if single and $159,000 - $169,000 if married may make a partial contribution
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2008 Yearly Contribution Limit |
$5,000 if below 50 years of age; $6,000 if between 50 and 70 (not to include the 70½ year) |
$5,000 if below 50 years of age; $6,000 if age 50 and above |
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Contributions Tax Deductible |
Contributions may be tax deductible. Consult your tax advisor for details |
No |
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Interest Taxed |
Yes
Interest earned is taxed on withdrawal |
No
Interest earned on a Roth IRA is tax exempt |
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Spousal Contributions Allowed |
Yes |
Yes |
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Required Distribution |
Funds distribution must begin when owner reaches the age of 70½ |
None |
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Contributions After Age 70½ Allowed |
No |
Yes |
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Qualified Withdrawals |
All withdrawals are allowed without an IRS penalty if the owner is over 59½, deceased, or disabled |
- Assets must be on deposit for at least five years
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- Owner is over 59½ or disabled, deceased, or a first-time home buyer
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