Question
Are Roth IRA distributions taxable?
generally no, however the earnings may be, yes, no, generally yes, however the earnings would not be
generally no, however the earnings may be, yes, no, generally yes, however the earnings would not be
Answers
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Generally, Roth IRA distributions are not taxable, provided certain conditions are met. Specifically, qualified distributions from a Roth IRA are tax-free, which means you can withdraw your contributions at any time without taxes or penalties. However, the earnings on those contributions may be taxable if you do not meet the requirements for a qualified distribution.
To qualify for tax-free treatment of earnings, you typically need to meet two requirements:
1. The Roth IRA must have been open for at least five years.
2. The distribution must be made after you reach age 59½, because of disability, or to a beneficiary after your death.
If a distribution does not meet these criteria, the earnings portion may be subject to taxes and potentially a penalty. So, the correct answer would be: Generally no (the contributions are not taxable), but yes, the earnings may be if the distribution is not qualified.
To qualify for tax-free treatment of earnings, you typically need to meet two requirements:
1. The Roth IRA must have been open for at least five years.
2. The distribution must be made after you reach age 59½, because of disability, or to a beneficiary after your death.
If a distribution does not meet these criteria, the earnings portion may be subject to taxes and potentially a penalty. So, the correct answer would be: Generally no (the contributions are not taxable), but yes, the earnings may be if the distribution is not qualified.