Roth IRA
The Roth IRA allows for non-deductible contributions with tax-free withdrawals for certain distributions after a five-year waiting period. This means you get tax-free growth on compounded interest provided the withdrawal is a qualified distribution! Qualified distributions include withdrawals after reaching age 59 ½, a first-time home purchase, permanent disability or death. The short-term benefits are not as appealing as the Traditional IRA, but the long-term benefits cannot be matched. Younger investors will find the Roth IRA more liquid and flexible under a variety of qualified purposes.