DanaB27
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Retirement tax questions

Yes, if your are in the phaseout range the earnings on the returned excess contribution can create a new excess contribution. In this situation it might be best to withdraw a little extra when you request the return of excess contribution plus earnings. 

 

Please see What if I made an excess Roth IRA contribution for other options.

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