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| Details | Traditional IRA | Roth IRA | Rollover IRA | SEP IRA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal for | Individuals looking to take advantage of tax-deductible contributions and tax-deferred savings | Individuals looking to forgo tax-deductible contributions in exchange for tax-free distributions | Individuals looking to rollover qualified assets from an employer-sponsored retirement plan without incurring costly tax consequences5 | Self-employed individuals or business owners looking to take advantage of tax-deductible contributions and tax-deferred growth |
| Key Benefits | Tax-deductible contributions Tax-deferred growth |
Withdrawals in retirement may be tax-free Earnings on contributions may be tax-free No mandatory age for taking distributions Conversions allowed from IRAs and eligible employer-sponsored plan rollovers |
Avoid current income taxes and penalties Tax-deferred growth May offer better control over investment options May offer lower costs |
Tax-deductible contributions for business owners and employees Tax-deferred growth |
| Maximum annual contribution 1 | Individuals may contribute the lesser of: - Up to $6,000 - Up to 100% of compensation (2020 limit) Catch-up provision: Individuals age 50+ are allowed to contribute an additional $1,000 per year |
Individuals may contribute the lesser of: - Up to $6,000 - Up to 100% of compensation (2020 limit) Catch-up provision: Individuals age 50+ are allowed to contribute an additional $1,000 per year No Roth conversion maximum |
No maximum | The lesser of: - Up to 25% of compensation - Up to $57,000 (2020 limit) |
| Eligibility requirements 2 |
No age limitation Click here If you have a work retirement saving plan, download the 2020 Contribution limits. Click here If you do not have a work retirement saving plan, download the 2020 Contribution limits. |
No age limitation No income limit for conversions Annual contributions allowed based on following 2020 income limits: - For Individuals, annual contribution phase out begins at $124,000 until $139,000 For married couples, filing jointly, contribution phase out begins at $196,000 until $206,000 - For married couples, filing separately, contribution phase out begins at $0 until $10,000 |
Anyone with employer-sponsored plan assets | Based on document provisions |
| Contribution deadline | By individual’s tax-filing deadline, excluding extensions - generally April 15th | By individual’s tax-filing deadline, excluding extensions - generally April 15th | Unless done via a trustee to trustee transfer, 60 days from receipt from plan distribution4 | By employer’s tax-filing deadline, including extensions |
| Withdrawals 3 | All distributions are typically subject to federal and state taxes For distributions prior to age 59 ½, you may be subject to an IRS 10% early withdrawal penalty tax (some exceptions apply) |
Contributions may be withdrawn at any time without penalty Earnings may be distributed tax-free under the following conditions: - Met five taxable year holding period; AND - Distribution is due to attainment of age 59 ½, death, disability, and first-time home purchase (maximum $10,000) |
All distributions are typically subject to federal and state taxes For distributions prior to age 59 ½, you may be subject to an IRS 10% early withdrawal penalty tax (some exceptions apply) |
All distributions are typically subject to federal and state taxes For distributions prior to age 59 ½, you may be subject to an IRS 10% early withdrawal penalty tax (some exceptions apply) |
| Age for required distributions | By April 1 of the year after you turn 72 |
No required distributions |
By April 1 of the year after you turn 72 |
By April 1 of the year after you turn 72 |
1. Must have earned income; also subject to income / age restrictions.
2. Other conditions may apply.
3. Early withdrawal fees on bank CD(s) may apply (some exceptions apply).
4. Only one 60 day rollover is allowed within 12 rolling months.
5. Individuals should compare all costs, investment options and features of their current plan with those of the new IRA before making a rollover decision.
This information is for informational purposes only. Please be advised nothing contained herein is meant to be legal tax advice, or retirement investment advice (including about IRA rollovers). Further, we strongly encourage you to seek qualified legal and tax advice regarding your specific situation. Fees may apply to these products.