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  • What is the age requirement for a Roth IRA? Age limit?


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    Simply.

    There is no age requirement for Roth IRAs. Anyone with earned incomefor the year can open a Roth IRA. There is no age limit; you can own, maintain, and even contribute to your Roth IRA forever.


    Extended.

    A Traditional IRAhas an age limit; a 401khas an age limit; a Roth IRA does not have an age limit.


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    Examples


    Age Requirement.
    Tyler, 7, is a member of Disney's hit new TV show. Due to his manager's negotiations, the young star commands $6,000 per episode due to his growing fan base. Tyler, in theory, can open a Roth IRA and fund his account with a maximum contribution. His age is not an issue.


    Age Requirement.
    George Clear, 82, is an expert on environmental science. He sold his firm, Clear Earth, but still has a consulting contract with the Government of Texas. George makes $39,000 per year. George can still contribute his $5,000 + a "catch up" contributionof $1,000. His age is not an issue.


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