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Beware the five-year rule for Roth IRA withdrawals
To withdraw money from your IRA tax-free, there are a few rules taxpayers must follow, including the widely misunderstood “five-year rule.” This article explains the ins and outs of this rule. 3 types of withdrawals To understand the five-year rule, you first need to understand the three types of funds that may be withdrawn from