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What is the difference between a 401k and an IRA plan?
a 401k is an employer plan for the benefit of the employees, and an IRA is an individual plan
Do you have to pay Alabama state tax if you are retired?
Retirees are not exempt from paying Alabama state tax. However, Alabama does not tax Social Security, Federal retirement benefits, Alabama state retirement benefits, and periodic distributions from private defined benefit pension plans. A "defined benefit" pension plan is a traditional pension plan where the employer guarantees a certain benefit when you retire. The does not include a 401k type of plan which is a "defined contribution" plan where you take your chances with your own investments. Distributions from IRA, 401k, etc plans are taxable in much the same manner as they are on your federal return. If you made deductible contributions to an IRA plan before 1982, you may be eligible for an additional adjustment. All other types of income are taxable the same for retirees as for anyone else.
Will a roth IRA calculator be useful?
A Roth IRA calculator will enable you to calculate whether you would benefit from this type of retirement plan rather than a regular IRA. This calculator alone is not sufficient to basis investment decisions on.
Can you roll over an SEP-IRA into an IRA?
Yes you can do that. Even you can convert it into the ROTH IRA too. For more details speak with your plan administrator. == == == == * * * * * http://www.irs.gov/retirement/article/0,,id=137864,00.html
Should I convert my IRA to a Roth IRA?
Opinions on changing your standard IRA investment to a Roth IRA vary on who you ask. www.smartmoney.com/.../should-i-convert-my-ira-to-a-roth-ira is an excellent website for information.
What can people benefit from sep IRA?
Sep IRA is an alternative type of retirement plan. The benefits will differ depending on what your needs may be and your financial adviser will be able to give you advice based on these factors.
How to convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA taxes?
Fortunately, you can easily convert your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA during a given tax year. You can contact the company that operates your IRA and have them rollover the traditional IRA to the new Roth IRA.
Can you roll a defined benefit pension plan balance to an Ira then to a roth IRA?
This could be possible but you need to be very careful and make sure that is done correctly and that all of the rules for this purpose is followed all the way so that you do NOT end up with some big tax problems at tax time. You do have time periods and of course some income taxes that will have to be paid on the taxable amount when it ends up in a ROTH IRA account.
Is an IRA considered a retirement plan?
Yes, and IRA is considered a retirement plan. IRA stands for Individual Retirement Account (or Individual Retirement Arrangement).
What can one get a simple IRA plan?
A SIMPLE IRA (Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees) is meant for employers and employees to contribute to the IRA setup for the employees. It is a type of a retirement savings plan.
Can a simple IRA be transfered into a roth IRA?
Converting an IRA (traditional, rollover, SEP or SIMPLE[1]) or other eligible qualified retirement plan to a Roth IRA may be more attractive and accessible than ever before. As of January 1, 2010, all investors have an opportunity to convert their retirement assets to a Roth IRA as income restrictions are going away.
Is a 401K the same as an IRA?
A 401k and a IRA are different. A 401k is a employer sponsored plan while a IRA is not.
