INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS (IRAS)

IRAs are one of the simplest ways to save for retirement because they offer tax-free earnings (in a Roth IRA), or tax-deferred earnings and possibly tax-deductible contributions (in a Traditional IRA). With a Wachovia Securities IRA, you can choose from a wide array of services and investment choices—so you create the IRA that is most appropriate for you.

IRA Comparison Chart

Use our chart to quickly compare Traditional, Roth, and SEP IRAs, as well as the benefits of a Coverdell Education Savings Account.

Traditional IRA (Apply Now)

Pay no taxes on your earnings until you withdraw funds at retirement - when you may have entered a lower tax bracket. In addition, your contributions may be tax-deductible.

Roth IRA (Apply Now)

Contributions to a Roth IRA are made after-tax rather than pre-tax, but earnings are tax-free if you meet certain conditions.

Rollover IRA (Apply Now)

When you retire or change jobs, you can continue tax-deferred investing by easily transferring your retirement assets into a Rollover IRA.

SEP IRA (Apply Now)

A retirement plan designed for the needs of small business owners, a SEP offers the benefit of tax-deferred earnings for the employee, and tax-deductible contributions for the company.

IRA Certificate of Deposit (IRA CD) (Apply Now)

If you prefer predictable interest earnings, stable principal, and knowing approximately what you will earn, CD IRAs may be the ideal investment solution.

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Withdrawals are taxed as ordinary income and may be subject to a 10% Federal penalty if taken prior to age 59½.