Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are special accounts designed to assist people in saving for retirement. Savings in IRA funds are not taxed, but there are certain limits. One of them is that you cannot withdraw money before the age of 59½ without incurring a penalty. Another popular retirement plan is the 401(k), which allows you […]
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