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8 ways to take penalty-free withdrawals from your IRA or 401(k)
Bankrate via AOL· 5 months agoWhen unexpected expenses pile up and the emergency fund runs dry, where can you turn for money...
Best CD rates today: Shield your savings from decreasing rates with fixed APYs of 5.15% and up —...
AOL· 4 hours agoFew things in life are guaranteed, especially when it comes to your finances. But with a certificate...
401(k) and IRA hardship withdrawals – 5 ways to minimize taxes and penalties
Bankrate via AOL· 4 months agoEmergencies happen, and that’s why it’s a good thing that retirement accounts such as a 401(k) or an...
IRA vs. CD: What’s the difference?
Bankrate via AOL· 7 months agoKey takeaways An IRA CD can help you earn a fixed annual percentage yield (APY) on retirement money. An IRA CD isn't susceptible to market fluctuations....
Can I avoid the 529 plan withdrawal penalty?
Bankrate via Yahoo Finance· 8 months agoUsing a 529 plan to cover college costs can be a great way to minimize the need for student loans. But when tapping into the funds from this type of...
What is the rule of 55 and how does it work?
Bankrate via Yahoo Finance· 10 months agoThe rule of 55 can benefit workers who have an employer-sponsored retirement account such as a 401(k) and are looking to retire early or need access to...
What is the Roth IRA 5-year rule?
Bankrate via AOL· 5 months agoThe Roth IRA is a unique type of investment account that offers every future retiree’s dream — the prospect of tax-free income after reaching retirement...
Substantially Equal Periodic Payments (SEPP), explained
Bankrate via AOL· 7 months agoPortions of this article were drafted using an in-house natural language generation platform. The...
Roth 401(k) vs. 401(k): Which one is better for you?
Bankrate via AOL· 5 months agoThe 401(k) plan comes in two varieties — the Roth 401(k) and the traditional 401(k). Each offers a different type of tax advantage, and choosing the...
IRA taxes: Key rules to know and how much you can expect to pay
Bankrate via Yahoo Finance· 10 months agoThe individual retirement account, or IRA, is one of the best vehicles for retirement savings. An...