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Level 2
September 28, 2020
Question

Ira withdrawal for first time homebuyer

I'm doing a withdrawal as a first time homebuyer and I am under the impression that I will not be charged penalties and fees since it's being used towards a home. However my account is suggesting a 10% tax withholding. If I choose to do this and I'm not going to get taxed, do I get it back in my end of year refund?

    4 replies

    DoninGA
    Level 15
    Level 15
    September 28, 2020

    For a first time homebuyer you can withdraw from an IRA up to $10,000 and not incur a 10% early distribution penalty.  However, the amount withdrawn is still taxable income to be reported on your tax return.

    The recommendation for tax withholding is good advice.

    jabrowninAuthor
    Level 2
    September 28, 2020

    Thank you! And I will be taxed at my regular income level, correct?

    DoninGA
    Level 15
    Level 15
    September 29, 2020

    @jabrownin wrote:

    Thank you! And I will be taxed at my regular income level, correct?


    Correct