Lock in a competitive rate today and enjoy predictable growth for a secure future. While both Roth and Traditional IRAs are excellent investments to help you save for retirement each has different advantages and requirements.
Key Questions | Roth IRA | Traditional IRA |
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What are the key advantages? | A Roth IRA is funded with your after-tax dollars but your earnings and withdrawals are tax free. This can translate to big tax savings in the future. | Contributions to a Traditional IRA are tax deductible up to certain income limits. You may pay less in taxes in the years you contribute but will pay tax when you start making withdrawals. |
Who is this product best for? | This is a good option for those who expect to have a higher tax rate when they begin making withdrawals vs. when they contribute. | This is a good option for those who expect to have a lower tax rate when they begin making withdrawals vs. when they contribute. |
How much can I contribute? | Up to $5,500 of earned income plus an additional $1,000 starting at age 50. This amount is the total allowable contribution you can make to both Traditional and Roth IRA plans. | Up to $5,500 of earned income plus an additional $1,000 starting at age 50. This amount is the total allowable contribution you can make to both Traditional and Roth IRA plans. |
Who is eligible? | If you have taxable earned income, you can participate. There are limits on how much you can contribute based on your income and tax filing status. |
If you have taxable earned income, you can participate up to the age of 70½. There are income limits for tax-deductible contributions. |
When can I start making withdrawals? | You can withdraw your contributions without penalty at any time. You can begin making penalty-free withdrawals of earnings if you are at age 59½ and if your account has been open for at least 5 years. | You can begin making penalty-free withdrawals at age 59½ and you must begin taking distributions by age 70½. |