Explores key concepts on basic IRA product features and benefits, contribution and distribution requirements. Explains traditional, rollover, and Roth IRAs, including the new conversion rules, as well as Simplified Employee Pension Plans and SIMPLE Retirement Accounts. Presents information about IRA tax benefits and penalty calculations.
After completing this course, students will be able to:
• Describe the types of Individual Retirement Accounts, including contribution rules:
o Traditional IRAs
o Roth IRAs
o Rollover IRAs
o Simplified employee pension plans
o SIMPLE retirement accounts and 401(k) plans
• Explain the IRA withdrawal requirements
