Roth and Traditional IRAs
There are two main types of IRA: A Roth IRA and a traditional IRA. The main difference is in the tax benefits: A traditional IRA gives you a tax break now, while a Roth IRA gives you a tax break in the future.
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Retirement Plans Explained
There are several types of investment accounts that are designed specifically for retirement savings. This is a high-level video guide to some of the most common, including the traditional IRA, Roth IRA and 401(k).
