This account is a special tax-deferred savings account authorized by the Internal Revenue Code section 408. It is a unique and simple way for people to save money for retirement. The IRA has a specific maturity date and the rates and terms are comparable to the Certificates of Deposit rates.
You can choose from several options:
- Traditional IRA benefits:
- Can be opened without the participation of an employer.
- May receive immediate tax benefits with contributions and/or earnings may be tax deferred until retirement.
- Accessibility, funds always available, however, early withdrawal penalties and IRA fees may apply.
- Contributions of $4,000 per year are allowed (some exceptions).
- Roth IRA benefits:
- Can be opened without the participation of an employer.
- Contributions are made after taxes allowing any qualifying principal distribution to be tax free.
- A first home purchase is considered a qualified distribution, however other restrictions may apply for early withdrawals.
- Contributions of $4,000 per year are allowed (some exceptions).
- No age limit to make contributions (traditional 70 ½).
- Coverdell Educational (CESA) IRA benefits:
- Contributions of $2,000 a year after taxes can be made.
- Eligible taxpayers can be parents, grandparents, other family members and friends.
- All qualified educational withdrawals paid to eligible educational institutions are paid tax free.
- Penalties will apply for unqualified withdrawals.
- Call or come into the bank for a more detailed description and explanation of all IRA products.
- Rates
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