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Roth vs Traditional IRA

Pick the right IRA type

Roth IRAs use after-tax contributions for tax-free withdrawals; Traditional IRAs may be deductible now but taxed later, with eligibility and income limits to consider.

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Compare Taxes

Roth pays taxes now for tax-free later; Traditional defers taxes until withdrawal.

Eligibility

Check income limits, deduction rules, and access to workplace plans.

Choose Mix

Consider current vs future brackets and flexibility needs.

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