Individual Retirement Account (IRA) Options
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Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, SEP IRA, Educational IRA
There is truly no better way to invest in your future than opening an IRA, and Greenwood has your safe and secure options covered! For individuals, we offer both Traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs, which let you save for retirement in tax-advantaged ways, and the Coverdell Educational IRA, which lets you save for college and other education expenses, also with tax savings advantages.
For small business owners, including self-employed individuals and partnerships, we offer a Simplified Employee Pension Plan (SEP IRA), which acts similar to a 401k that you can establish for yourself and/or your employees.
We offer IRA savings accounts and IRA CD’s from three (3) months to five (5) years.
Scroll down for to see which option is best for you. To open an account call member service at 401-739-4600 or e-mail: [email protected]
Traditional IRA
For qualified taxpayers Traditional IRA contributions are tax-deductible up to the annual contribution limit (click HERE to view contribution limits). Consult your tax advisor regarding your specific situation. Your money then grows tax deferred, which means you don’t pay taxes until you withdraw it. You can withdraw the funds penalty-free once you reach age 59 ½. Contributions cannot be made for more than your taxable compensation for the year but can be made at any age as long as you have taxable compensation. You must begin withdrawing funds at age 73 under mandatory disbursement rules.
See comparison chart HERE for Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA.
Roth IRA
With Roth IRA’s, there are no tax deductions for contributions, however once you turn 59 ½, you can withdraw your funds with no penalty or tax obligation. You can contribute to your Roth IRA at any age as long as you have taxable compensation and your modified adjusted gross income is below certain amounts. There are no minimum distribution requirements, and there are certain circumstances that allow you to withdraw funds penalty-free before age 59 ½, so consult your tax advisor for your eligibility. (Click HERE to view current contribution limits)
See comparison chart HERE for Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA.
Coverdell Educational IRA
A great, tax-advantaged way to save for educational expenses, the Coverdell Educational IRA allows a yearly contribution up to $2,000. Contributions are not tax-deductible, however when you withdraw funds to cover qualified educational expenses there are no penalties or tax obligations. Contributions can only be made until the beneficiary reaches the age of 18, although there are special circumstances which allow contributions after the age of 18. To open an account call member service at 401-739-4600 or e-mail: [email protected]
SEP IRA
Simplified Employee Pension
To qualify you must be either a sole proprietor, business owner, in a partnership or earn self-employment income. Contributions can be made at any age, as long as you have applicable taxable compensation. No penalty withdrawals may begin at age 59 ½ and are required at age 73. Contributions can be made by the employer for between 0% – 25% and are usually tax-deductible. Consult your tax advisor for this year’s contribution limits and tax-deductibility.
To open an account call member service at 401-739-4600 or e-mail: [email protected]
Effective Date April 14, 2025
| Features | Traditional | Roth |
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| Who can contribute? | You can contribute if you (or your spouse if filing jointly) have taxable compensation. | You can contribute, at any age, if you (or your spouse if filing jointly) have taxable compensation. And your adjusted modified gross income is below certain amounts. |
| Are my contributions deductible? | You may be able to deduct your contributions (click here to see if you qualify) | Your contributions are NOT tax deductible. |
| How much can I contribute? | 2024: The most you can contribute to all your Traditional and Roth IRAs is $7,000. ($8,000. if age 50 or older by the end of the year) OR your taxable compensation for the year. 2025: The most you can contribute to all your Traditional and Roth IRAs is $7,000. ($8,000. if age 50 or older by the end of the year) OR your taxable compensation for the year. |
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| What is the deadline to make contributions? | Your tax return filing deadline (not including extensions). For example, you can make 2023 IRA contributions until April 15, 2025. | |
| Do I have to take Required minimum distributions? | You must start taking distributions by April 1st of the year you turn age 73 and by December 31st of years thereafter. | Not required if you are the original owner. |
| Are my withdrawals and distributions taxable? | Any contributions (formerly deductible) and earnings you withdraw from your IRA are taxable. Also if you are under 59 1/2 you may have to pay an additional 10% penalty for early withdrawals, unless you qualify for an exception. | No, if it is a qualified distribution. Otherwise part of the distribution may be taxable. If you are under age 59 1/2 you may also have to pay an additional 10% penalty for early withdrawals unless you qualify for an exception. |
For more information on Traditional and ROTH IRA’s please view IRS publication 590.