The Benefits of a Roth IRA
Deciding whether to open a Roth IRA or traditional IRA can be confusing. Both have their benefits, but ultimately it depends on your unique financial situation. In this blog post, we'll focus on the benefits of a Roth IRA. Roth IRAs were established in 1997 and named after Senator William Roth. They are similar to traditional IRAs in that they offer tax-deferred growth and allow you to withdraw your money penalty-free at retirement age. However, there are some key differences. With a Roth IRA, you contribute money that has already been taxed. This means that when you withdraw the money at retirement, you won't have to pay any taxes on it. There are a few other key benefits of a Roth IRA. First, there is no required minimum distribution (RMD). This means that you are not required to take distributions from your account starting at age 70 1/2 like you are with a traditional IRA. This can be beneficial if you want to let your money grow for as long as possible. Another key ben