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Traditional IRA benefits for long-term wealth

With a Traditional IRA, your contributions are typically tax-deductible, which means you can reduce your taxable income for the year you contribute. Your investments then grow tax-deferred, so you won't pay taxes on earnings until you withdraw them in retirement.

Tax-deferred growth

Contributions to your Traditional IRA grow tax-deferred, meaning you won't pay taxes on your earnings until you withdraw them in retirement.

No employer plan required

You can contribute to a Traditional IRA regardless of employer benefits, making it ideal for self-employed individuals, freelancers, and those without a workplace plan.

Lower taxable income today

Contributions to a Traditional IRA can reduce your taxable income for the year, potentially lowering your current tax bill while your investments grow for the future.

Contribute regardless of income

There are no income restrictions for making contributions to a Traditional IRA. That means you can contribute no matter how much you earn.

See the difference: Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA

Understand the key differences between Traditional and Roth IRAs, and make the smarter choice for long-term retirement security.

Plan Feature

Traditional IRA

Roth IRA

Tax treatment -2026
Earnings grow tax-deferred; contributions may be deductible now
Earnings grow tax-free; contributions are after-tax
Contribution limits - 2026
$7,000 ($8,000 if 50+)
$7,000 ($8,000 if 50+)
Income limits
No limits for contributing; deduction phases out at higher incomes if covered by a workplace plan
Phases out between $153K–$168K (single) and $242K–$252K (joint); no direct contribution above that
Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)
Yes, starting at age 73
No RMDs during your lifetime
Withdrawal rules
Penalty for early withdrawal before 59½ (some exceptions apply)
Contributions are tax and penalty-free at any time; earnings are tax-free after 59½ and the 5-year rule

Set up a recurring contribution once. Then never think about it again.

Pick an amount and a frequency, weekly, biweekly, or monthly. WealthRabbit pulls it in automatically and pauses once you hit the IRS limit, so you can contribute all year without tracking it yourself.

  • Choose your contribution frequency
  • Stops right at the cap
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Earning too much for a Roth?

A Traditional IRA has no income cap.

Unlike a Roth IRA, there's no income ceiling that shuts the door on a Traditional IRA. Anyone with earned income can contribute, no workaround required. The only thing that changes at higher incomes is how much of it you get to deduct.

No cap

Income limit to contribute to a Traditional IRA

$81K–$91K

Deduction phase-out, single filers covered by a workplace plan

$129K–$149K

Deduction phase-out, joint filers where the contributing spouse is covered

Full deduction

If neither spouse is covered by a workplace plan, income doesn't matter

Does the deduction phase-out apply to you?

IF YOU'RE NOT COVERED

You get the full deduction

If neither you nor your spouse has a workplace retirement plan, your Traditional IRA contribution is fully deductible, no matter what you earn.

IF YOU ARE COVERED

Your deduction phases out gradually

If you're an active participant in an employer plan, the deduction shrinks within your income range. Above it, contributions still grow tax-deferred, just without the upfront write-off.

Traditional vs. Roth: Which one fits you?

Both accounts reward you for saving. The right one usually comes down to one question: do you want the tax break now, or later?

Traditional IRA

Best if you expect a lower tax rate in retirement

You take the deduction now, lower your taxable income this year, and pay tax on withdrawals later. A strong fit if you're in a higher bracket today than you expect to be after you stop working.

Roth IRA

Best if you expect a higher tax rate in retirement

You contribute after-tax dollars today and withdraw completely tax-free later. A strong fit if you're early in your career or expect your tax rate to climb over time.

We take care of the admin so you don't have to

From setup to compliance, WealthRabbit runs your Traditional IRA in the background so it just... works.

Fully digital setup

No paperwork, no back-and-forth. Open your account and fund your first contribution in about 14 minutes, start to finish.

Seamless rollover

Roll over an old 401(k) or IRA without lifting a finger. We coordinate directly with your previous provider and keep you posted the whole way.

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Flexible contribution options

Contribute on your own terms, weekly, monthly, quarterly, or all at once. Adjust the amount any time your plans change.

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Simple, live dashboard

Track your balance, growth, and contributions in one place, updated in real time so you always know where you stand.

Set up your Traditional IRA
in Minutes

Set up your account, choose your contribution frequency, and let WealthRabbit handle the rest, all from one streamlined digital platform.

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Set up your Traditional account
3. Set your Contribution
Monitor your contribution

Start planning today with a free Traditional IRA account

One plan. Everything included. No hidden fees.

Traditional IRA

Tax-free growth and withdrawals

Free*

No setup or monthly fees

*For individuals, a one-time $10 custodian fee and tiered monthly asset management fees apply.

What you will get

  • Easy setup in minutes
  • No account setup fee
  • Access to a wide range of investment options

What you will get

  • Easy setup in minutes
  • No account setup fee
  • Access to a wide range of investment options

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