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Level 1
Apr 19, 2026 2:47 PM UTC
Question

funded incorrect IRA

I accidentally funded my traditional IRA as well as my Roth IRA, rather than my spouse's. I am not eligible ,since I had no income. Now what do I do?

    2 replies

    Alumni - Intuit
    Apr 20, 2026 5:05 PM UTC

    You would need to withdrawal the funds from the over funded account as well as the earnings.  You will need to get a Return of Excess Contribution form from the custodian of the account.  

     

    The earnings (if any) may be subject to a 10% penalty for early withdrawal.  

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    Level 15
    Apr 23, 2026 1:18 AM UTC

    If your spouse has compensation, perhaps your contributions are not excess contributions.  Perhaps they are permissible spousal contributions.