What is a Traditional IRA?

RetirementWarren TeamPublished April 25, 2026

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A Traditional IRA is an individual retirement account that lets you contribute pre-tax money, sometimes deductible depending on income and workplace plan, and pay tax on withdrawals after age 59½.

Traditional IRA tax flow: deduct now, taxed later.

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