Did you know that you could take money from your Roth IRA before the age 59.5? Check out this video over the order in which you can take out money from your Roth IRA before retirement!

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When Can I Take Money Out of My Roth IRA?

A Roth IRA is a retirement savings account that allows you to make contributions with after-tax dollars, giving you the potential to grow your money tax-free. It is important to understand the rules and regulations that govern withdrawals from a Roth IRA, as taking money out too soon can result in hefty penalties.

When Can I Start Taking Money Out?

The IRS allows you to begin taking money out of your Roth IRA without penalty when you reach the age of 59 ½. However, you can still take out contributions (but not earnings) at any time without penalty.

What Are the Penalties for Early Withdrawal?

If you take money out of your Roth IRA before you reach the age of 59 ½, the IRS will impose a 10% penalty on the amount withdrawn. In addition, any earnings you withdraw will be subject to income tax.

Are There Exceptions to the Penalties?

Yes, there are a few exceptions to the 10% penalty, including:

• You are using the money for a first-time home purchase

• You are using the money to pay for qualified higher education expenses

• You are using the money to pay for medical expenses that exceed 7.5% of your adjusted gross income

• You are using the money to pay for health insurance premiums while unemployed

• You are using the money to pay for qualified long-term care expenses

• You are using the money to pay for qualified disability expenses

• You are using the money to pay for qualified military reservist expenses

• You are using the money to pay for qualified IRS levies

• You are using the money to pay for qualified disaster relief expenses

• You are taking a series of substantially equal periodic payments over your life expectancy

What Are the Tax Implications?

Any earnings you withdraw from your Roth IRA will be subject to income tax. In addition, if you are under the age of 59 ½, you will also be subject to the 10% penalty.

When Can I Start Taking Money Out of My Roth IRA?

You can start taking money out of your Roth IRA without penalty when you reach the age of 59 ½. However, you can take out contributions at any time without penalty. If you take money out before 59 ½, you will be subject to income tax and a 10% penalty. There are a few exceptions to the 10% penalty, including using the money for a first-time home purchase, qualified higher education expenses, medical expenses, and more.