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You can make contributions any time during your tax year to an IRA account. Total IRA contributions for the tax year may not exceed your taxable income or $5,000 ($6,500 if over 50).

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What kind of IRA accounts are there?

There are many kids of IRA accounts. Traditional IRA, ROTH IRA, SIMPLE IRA and a few more are the various kinds of different IRA accounts. Traditional IRA accounts are one of the more common IRA but are also the most basic and simple to use.


Is a simple IRA taxable?

Contributions to a SIMPLE IRA, or Savings Incentive Match Plans for Employees, are not taxable. Contributions made to an IRA are, in fact, tax deductible. There are limits on how much one can contribute to an IRA each year, and on how much one can deduct. Distributions from an IRA (whether Traditional or Simple), however, are indeed taxable.


Variations On An IRA Account?

An IRA account is an Individual Retirement Account. More specifically, it is an account used by individuals that provides an opportunity for them to save for retirement. It also affords tax advantages for Americans. An IRA account can come in one of several different forms. The very first of these was developed in 1974. Since that time, many variations have come about. The first of those is the Roth IRA. Post-tax assets are used to make contributions to the Roth IRA. None of the transactions in this type of IRA account have any tax impact. Withdrawals from the Roth IRA are tax-free in most instances. The Traditional IRA is another variation. Contributions to the Traditional IRA are usually tax-deductible. This means that contributions are made with assets before they are taxed. When the funds from a Traditional IRA account are withdrawn at retirement, they are considered taxable income. Other names for the Traditional IRA include non-deductible IRA and deductible IRA. For small business owners or self-employed individuals, the SEP IRA account allows an employer to contribute to retirement plans via a Traditional IRA that has been set up in the employee’s name. This is in place of contributing to a pension fund that is held in the company’s name. Another variation on the IRA account is called a Simple IRA. This is an employee pension plan which allows employer contributions as well as contributions from the employee. This is similar to a 401(k), but the administration of a Simple IRA is less complicated and has lower contribution limits. The Self-Directed IRA is another type of IRA account. This type of account affords the account holder the option of making investments on behalf of the retirement plan. In addition to the above, there are two types of IRA accounts that have been made obsolete by current tax laws. Even though these accounts are considered obsolete, there are some individuals who still maintain them. These accounts are known as the Rollover IRA and the Conduit IRA.


Is the contribution limit for an IRA or Roth account 5000 for the year per customer OR per customer account?

The $5,000 annual IRA contribution limit is per customer. You maximum contribution amount is determined by adding contributions to all of your IRA accounts (both traditional and Roth).


Nondeductible contributions for a roth IRA?

What's your question? It looks like you already know you cannot deduct anything for contributions to a Roth IRA.

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Can non-deductible IRA contributions be made to a Rollover IRA?

no


Can deductible contributions be made to a rollover IRA?

no


What kind of IRA accounts are there?

There are many kids of IRA accounts. Traditional IRA, ROTH IRA, SIMPLE IRA and a few more are the various kinds of different IRA accounts. Traditional IRA accounts are one of the more common IRA but are also the most basic and simple to use.


Is a simple IRA taxable?

Contributions to a SIMPLE IRA, or Savings Incentive Match Plans for Employees, are not taxable. Contributions made to an IRA are, in fact, tax deductible. There are limits on how much one can contribute to an IRA each year, and on how much one can deduct. Distributions from an IRA (whether Traditional or Simple), however, are indeed taxable.


Where can you find more information about IRA contributions?

Your company should offer you information about IRA contributions. Contact your human resource department or accounting department for a packet of information detailing what IRA contributions are available to you.


Can you own more than one IRA?

You can own as many IRA accounts as you like. However that does not increase the amount you can put in your IRA accounts. For example, if your limit this year is $5000, you can put $5000 in one account or $1000 in each of five accounts, if you wish. But the total of all of your contributions must be no more than $5000. You cannot contribute $5000 to two different accounts. Be careful of fees, particularly low-balance fees if you choose to open multiple accounts.


Variations On An IRA Account?

An IRA account is an Individual Retirement Account. More specifically, it is an account used by individuals that provides an opportunity for them to save for retirement. It also affords tax advantages for Americans. An IRA account can come in one of several different forms. The very first of these was developed in 1974. Since that time, many variations have come about. The first of those is the Roth IRA. Post-tax assets are used to make contributions to the Roth IRA. None of the transactions in this type of IRA account have any tax impact. Withdrawals from the Roth IRA are tax-free in most instances. The Traditional IRA is another variation. Contributions to the Traditional IRA are usually tax-deductible. This means that contributions are made with assets before they are taxed. When the funds from a Traditional IRA account are withdrawn at retirement, they are considered taxable income. Other names for the Traditional IRA include non-deductible IRA and deductible IRA. For small business owners or self-employed individuals, the SEP IRA account allows an employer to contribute to retirement plans via a Traditional IRA that has been set up in the employee’s name. This is in place of contributing to a pension fund that is held in the company’s name. Another variation on the IRA account is called a Simple IRA. This is an employee pension plan which allows employer contributions as well as contributions from the employee. This is similar to a 401(k), but the administration of a Simple IRA is less complicated and has lower contribution limits. The Self-Directed IRA is another type of IRA account. This type of account affords the account holder the option of making investments on behalf of the retirement plan. In addition to the above, there are two types of IRA accounts that have been made obsolete by current tax laws. Even though these accounts are considered obsolete, there are some individuals who still maintain them. These accounts are known as the Rollover IRA and the Conduit IRA.


What are the Roth IRA guidelines?

The Roth IRA guidelines are guidelines that apply to a particular sort of IRA. For example, you cannot deduct contributions to a Roth IRA and you can make contributions after reaching the age of seventy and a half.


Can you roll SEP into a Simple IRA?

A SIMPLE IRA plan provides small employers with a simplified method to contribute toward their employees' and their own retirement savings. Employees may choose to make salary reduction contributions and the employer is required to make either matching or nonelective contributions. Contributions are made to an Individual Retirement Account or Annuity (IRA) set up for each employee (a SIMPLE IRA).


Laws pertaining to IRA Brokerage Accounts?

federal and state laws pertaining to IRA Brokerage Accounts


Is the contribution limit for an IRA or Roth account 5000 for the year per customer OR per customer account?

The $5,000 annual IRA contribution limit is per customer. You maximum contribution amount is determined by adding contributions to all of your IRA accounts (both traditional and Roth).


Are IRA accounts discretionary?

No.