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Level 1
October 13, 2025
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Roth IRA withdrawal / Contribution

  • October 13, 2025
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I see lots of notations that EARNINGS withdrawn before 5 years are taxable even if over 59 1/2 years old ... BUT what about withdrawing CONTRIBUTIONS made?  Im 64 years old and opened a Roth IRA 3 years ago. This year I withdrew $2500  but I've contributed $20k in 3 years...  Will I be taxed for taking withdrawal from my contributions? 

    Best answer by dmertz

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    @dmertz Is there no penalty or tax when the 5 year requirement has not been met?


    There is no penalty after age 59½ regardless of how long one has had the Roth IRA.

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    Level 15
    October 13, 2025

    Only the earnings would be subject to tax and penalty. 

    Level 15
    October 13, 2025

    Since you are over age 59½, there would be no penalty on any distribution of earnings.

    Level 15
    October 13, 2025

    @dmertz Is there no penalty or tax when the 5 year requirement has not been met?