IRA
Individual Retirement Account. Anyone can establish an IRA. This is a retirement account that is funded through after-tax dollars and all income grows tax deferred until withdrawn. A deductible IRA allows a $2,000 deduction from income to reduce your current tax burden. Deductions are based on your income level. New changes allow you to contribute to an IRA even if you or your spouse has another retirement plan.

 
 

Roth IRA
Individuals are allowed to make an after-tax contribution up to $2,000.00 depending on their gross income. The principal and growth are received tax free after 5 years and/or age 59½.