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How are Roth IRA distributions taxed?

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There are three different tax treatments for distributions of earnings from Roth IRAs. The distribution is either: The income tax applies to all withdrawals of earnings made before the "Five-Year Holding Period" is satisfied even if the Roth IRA owner is over 59 1/2, disabled, dies or uses the distribution for a first home purchase.
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How are Traditional IRA distributions taxed?

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All earnings and deductible contributions become subject to tax on withdrawal. The tax rate is based on the individual's ordinary income tax rate at the time of withdrawal. If your tax bracket is lower when you receive a distribution than when your IRA earned income, you benefit from tax savings in addition to tax deferral on the earnings. Taxable distributions taken before you reach age 59½ are subject to a 10% federal penalty tax.
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When must I start receiving distributions from my Roth IRA?

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There is no requirement that you start receiving distributions from your Roth IRA at a particular time. Withdrawals from your ROTH IRA will, however, be tax-free only after five (5) years of opening your account and if you are over age 59-1/2. I’ve started taking Required Minimum Distributions (RMD) out of my IRAs. Can I still convert them to a Roth IRA even though I am over 70-1/2. Yes. Age is not a factor. Anyone can convert IRAs to a Roth IRA.
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When can I start taking tax-free distributions from my Roth IRA?

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Regular Contributions can be withdrawn tax-free and without an IRS penalty at any time. There are two requirements to qualify for tax-free withdrawals of income on a Roth: Five-Year Test must be met. (Must be five years after the first year for which Roth Contributions were made).
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When am I required to begin taking distributions from my Roth IRA?

IRA FAQs
You're not required to take distributions from a Roth IRA as long as you live. You can allow your money to grow in a Roth IRA free of current taxes for as long as you choose.
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How are my heirs taxed on inherited Roth IRA wealth?

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The heir can spread the withdrawal over his or her life, continuing the tax shelter for amounts not withdrawn.
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What is a Roth IRA?

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The Roth IRA is an Individual Retirement Account, where contributions are made on a non-deductible basis. Earnings and the withdrawal of those earnings are income tax-free if the account is held for at least five years and you are 59½ or older.
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A ROTH IRA is an individual retirement account established by individuals that provides tax-free income after 5 years and age 59-1/2.
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Can anyone have a Roth IRA?

Gouldsboro, ME CPA / Barnes Accounting Services, LLC
You can't contribute to a Roth IRA for a year with income above $110,000 if single or $160,000 on a joint return. You must have earnings from personal services-$4,000 or more to make the (maximum) contribution - though an additional contribution of $1,000 is allowed persons age 50 and over. The $4,000 amount for earnings and contributions rises higher after 2007.
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Retirement FAQ: Roth IRAs
The Roth IRA is an alternative to the Traditional IRA. Unlike a Traditional IRA, Roth IRA account holders must meet certain income requirements to qualify; accountholders must have modified AGI (modified Adjusted Gross Income) below $95,000 if single or $150,000 if married, filing jointly in the year 2006 or below $99,000 if single or $156,000 if married, filing jointly to make a full contribution.
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IRA FAQs
The Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 created the Roth IRA, which allows tax-free withdrawals. Contributions to a Roth IRA are not deductible and the maximum annual contribution is the lesser of 100% of compensation or $3,000. Non-working spouses may also contribute up to $3,000 to a Roth IRA. For individuals age 50+, contributions may be increased by $500. Taxpayers with joint adjusted gross income under $150,000 (under $95,000 for single taxpayers) may make full Roth IRA contributions.
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How am I taxed on mutual fund distributions?

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Unlike dividends from individual securities, which are typically taxable in the year the dividends are paid, mutual fund distributions are taxable based on the record date of the distribution. For example, mutual fund distributions declared as payable to shareholders of record in December 2002, and actually paid in January 2003, are taxable as 2002 distributions and reported on Form 1099-DIV (See below).
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How can an individual convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA?

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Rollover - A distribution from a traditional IRA can be contributed to a Roth IRA within 60 days after distribution. Trustee-to-trustee transfer - The financial institution holding the traditional IRA assets will provide directions on how to transfer those assets to a Roth IRA with another financial institution.
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What about distributions from a Roth 401(k)?

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of this time, the IRS has not finalized regulations about Roth 401(k) contributions. Therefore, distributions (including hardship distributions and loans) will not be able to be made from Roth 401(k) money until the final rules are issued. We expect these rules early in 2006. Of course, a participant would still have access to his account balance from other money sources.
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Q-25. How are distributions from an HSA taxed?

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A-25. Distributions from an HSA used exclusively to pay for qualified medical expenses of the account beneficiary, his or her spouse, or dependents are excludable from gross income. In general, amounts in an HSA can be used for qualified medical expenses and will be excludable from gross income even if the individual is not currently eligible for contributions to the HSA.
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How will I be taxed on my 403(b) distributions?

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Your distribution will be taxed as ordinary income in the year received. Amounts remaining in the account will continue to grow tax-deferred until distribution. Federal income tax withholding applies only when a distribution occurs or is deemed to occur. Therefore, in the case of a transfer or direct rollover, withholding does not apply. If you receive a distribution that is eligible to be rolled over from your 403(b) program, a 20% mandatory income tax withholding will apply.
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How will distributions from my 403(b) be taxed?

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In most cases, the payments you receive, or that are made available to you from a 403(b) are taxable in full as ordinary income. In general, the same tax rules apply to distribution from a 403(b) that apply to distributions from other retirement plans. For more detailed information refer to IRS Publication 571. You can obtain this document by clicking on IRS Publications and scrolling to Publication 571 Tax Sheltered Annuity Programs.
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How are distributions from an MSA taxed?

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Distributions from an MSA are excludable from gross income if used for medical expenses of the MSA account holder and the account holder's family, with certain exceptions, and are includible in gross income if used for any other purpose.
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How are mutual fund distributions taxed?

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You must generally report as income any mutual fund distribution, whether or not it is reinvested. The tax law generally treats mutual fund shareholders as if they directly owned a proportionate share of the fund's portfolio of securities. (The fund itself is not taxed on its income if certain tests are met and substantially all of its income is distributed to its shareholders.
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Can I have both a Traditional and a Roth IRA?

IRA Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can. But remember that you can only contribute up to $3,000 per year to any combination of Traditional and Roth IRAs that you have. You cannot contribute $3,000 to each.
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What is a Roth IRA conversion?

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If your income falls below a certain limit, you can convert any amount in your Rollover or regular IRA to a Roth IRA. Caution: You must pay taxes on any amounts converted from your Rollover or regular IRA to a ROTH IRA. Maybe. Your converted retirement funds in your Roth IRA will grow tax free as opposed to growing on a tax-deferred basis. In essence, you stop the tax clock by paying your taxes today on your retirement funds for the benefit of withdrawing your money tax-free tomorrow.
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Can I move only certain IRAs to a Roth IRA?

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No. You can convert several IRAs – SEP, Simple IRA, regular IRA or Rollover IRA– to a Roth IRA as long as your modified adjusted gross income is below $100,000
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What is the maximum contribution that can be made to a Roth IRA?

Individual Investors - IRAs: FAQs
You can contribute up to $4,000 ($4,500 if you are age 50 or older in 2005 and $5,000 if you are age 50 or older in 2006) or up to 100% of your compensation whichever is less. If you are eligible to do so, you may contribute to both a Traditional IRA and a Roth IRA in the same year, but the total amount you contribute cannot exceed the annual limits. Roth IRA contributions are not tax deductible.
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When can money be withdrawn from a Roth IRA?

Individual Investors - IRAs: FAQs
Money can be withdrawn at any time. However, earnings included in distributions taken prior to age 59 ½ may be subject to both income tax and a 10% federal penalty tax, as shown below in the next question. Conversion amounts may also be subject to the 10% penalty.
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Can a Roth IRA be used for education?

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Yes, generally under the same terms as traditional IRAs. Also, ordinary income tax is somewhat less likely, or may be smaller in amount, than with traditional IRAs.
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Who can contribute to a Roth IRA for 2006?

IRA FAQs
Anyone with earned income up to $95,000 for single filers, (phase out between $95,000 and $110,000) and $150,000 for married couples filing jointly, (phase out between $150,000 and $160,000) can contribute.
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Can I rollover a TSA into a Roth IRA?

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No, you must rollover a TSA into a Traditional IRA first, if you are eligible. Then you would convert the Traditional IRA into a Roth IRA. Check with your Financial Professional to see if you are eligible to roll your TSA into a Traditional IRA and to complete all application and enrollment forms.
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