An Individual Retirement Account where contributions may be tax-deductible (depending on income and workplace plan coverage), and investments grow tax-deferred. Withdrawals in retirement are taxed as ordinary income. Traditional IRAs are subject to Required Minimum Distributions starting at age 73. They provide an upfront tax benefit if you expect to be in a lower bracket during retirement.
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Traditional IRA
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