Basic Comparison Between a Traditional and a Roth IRA

		Traditional IRA		Roth IRA
Contributions		Pre-Tax Money		After-Tax Money
Investment Growth		Grows Tax-Exempt		Grows Tax-Exempt
Distributions in Retirement		Taxed		Not Taxed
Required Minimum Distributions		Yes, Beginning at Age 70		No

  

An IRA and/or a Roth IRA are a Great Way to Put Aside Money for Retirement.  The chart above is a basic comparison.  You should consult an advisor and/or tax professional to determine which account is in your best interest as well as to learn the tax implications of premature distributions. 

(Chart Produced by the Independent Financial Solutions Group)

Disclosures:

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