Why consider an IRA? Even if you have other retirement options through work — like a pension or 401(k) — an individual retirement account is an easy way to prioritize savings.
IRAs are tax-advantaged accounts that can hold investments, such as mutual funds and other investments. You tend to get more flexibility with an IRA than a typical 401(k) plan, but you also get fewer guarantees than other retirement products, such as annuities.
Our experts can discuss various IRA types and how each option might fit your financial and retirement plan.
And that’s where an annuity can help. They’re insurance products designed to provide you with a way to accumulate tax-deferred savings while you prepare for retirement and a steady stream of retirement income.
An individual retirement account (IRA) is an investment account that allows you to save for retirement in a tax-advantaged way. The Contributions to some IRAs may be tax-deductible, or withdrawals may be tax-free.
A 401(k) or pension may not provide enough retirement income. However, putting money in an IRA can help you prepare for retirement, save on taxes, and access investment options your workplace retirement plan might not offer. In addition, your savings may grow faster in an IRA than in a taxable account.
An IRA is an account set up at a financial institution that allows an individual to save for retirement with tax-free growth or on a tax-deferred basis.
The 3 main types of IRAs each have different advantages.
Whether you choose a traditional or Roth IRA, the tax benefits allow your savings to potentially grow or compound more quickly than in a taxable account.
Many financial Professionals estimate that you may need up to 85% of your pre-retirement income in retirement. An employer-sponsored savings plan, such as a 401(k), might not be enough to accumulate the savings you need. Fortunately, you can contribute to a 401(k) and an IRA. An IRA can help you:
Contact us today to know more about how IRAs can help in your retirement planning!
