Small Business: Definitions

Traditional-IRA vs Roth-IRA

• Tax deductible contributions (depending on income level)
• Withdraws begin at age 59 1/2 and are mandatory by 70 1/2.
• Taxes are paid on earnings when withdrawn from the IRA
• Funds can be used to purchase a variety of investments (stocks, bonds, CD's)
• Available to everyone; no income restrictions
• All funds withdrawn (including principal contributions) before 59 1/2 are subject to a 10% penalty (subject to exception).

Small Business: Definitions

Traditional IRA-vs Roth IRA

• Contributions are not tax deductible
• No Mandatory Distribution Age
• All earnings and principal are 100% tax free if rules and regulations are followed
• Funds can be used to purchase a variety of investments (stocks, bonds, CD's)
• Available only to single-filers making up to $95,000 or married couples making a combined maximum of $150,000 annually.
• Principal contributions can be withdrawn any time without penalty (subject to some minimal conditions).