Open an IRA Account



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IRA Account

Opening an IRA account at Security Federal Bank is a smart way to secure your financial future. Our IRA accounts offer tax advantages and flexible savings options to help you build a strong retirement fund. Whether you're just starting to save or looking to transfer an existing account, we make it easy to open an IRA and start planning for your future.
  • Competitive interest above standard savings rates
  • Traditional and Roth IRA options
  • No setup fees
  • No monthly or annual maintenance fees
  • IRS Contribution limits apply1
  • Additional $1,000 "catch-up" contribution allowed for ages 50+
  • Funds can be used to purchase CDs with an IRA
  • Early withdrawals subject to penalty2
  • Minimum Deposit to Open
    • Fixed-Rate IRA - $500
    • Variable-Rate IRA - $5
    • SEP IRA - $500
    • Coverdell ESA - $500
Stop by a local Security Federal Bank branch to open an IRA.  A list and map of all our branches can be found here.
 
1Consult a tax advisor

2Early withdrawal penalty varies form 3 to 18 months interest on the amount withdrawn depending on the term of the CD.

There are advantages to both traditional and Roth IRAs. A traditional IRA provides potential tax relief today, while a Roth IRA has the potential for the most tax benefit at time of retirement.

Traditional IRA

  • No income limits to open
  • No minimum contribution requirement
  • Contributions are tax deductible on state and federal income tax1
  • Withdrawals can begin at age 59 ½
  • Early withdrawals subject to penalty2
  • Mandatory withdrawals at age 72

Roth IRA

  • Income limits to be eligible to open Roth IRA3
  • Contributions are NOT tax deductible
  • Earnings are 100% tax free at withdrawal1
  • Principal contributions can be withdrawn without penalty1
  • Withdrawals on interest can begin at age 59 ½
  • Early withdrawals on interest subject to penalty2
  • No mandatory distribution age
  • No age limit on making contributions as long as you have earned income

1Subject to some minimal conditions. Consult a tax advisor.

2Certain exceptions apply, such as healthcare, purchasing first home, etc.

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  • Set aside funds for your child's education
  • No setup or annual fee
  • Interest grows tax-free
  • Withdrawals are tax-free and penalty-free when used for qualified education expenses1
  • Designated beneficiary must be under 18 when contributions are made
  • To contribute to an ESA, certain income limits apply2
  • Contributions are not tax deductible
  • The money must be withdrawn by the time he or she turns 303
  • The ESA may be transferred without penalty to another member of the family
  • $500 minimum deposit to open 

1Qualified expenses include tuition and fees, books, supplies, board, etc.

2Consult your tax advisor to determine your contribution limit.

3Those earnings are subject to income tax and a 10% penalty.

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  • Ideal for businesses of any size or self-employed individuals
  • Earn competitive interest on entire balance
  • Contributions are tax deductible; your business pays no taxes on earnings
    • Contributions made only by the employer
    • Only self-employed may make contributions on their own behalf
  • Little to no documents to file with government
  • Inexpensive to set up and operate
  • Flexible annual contributions
  • Employee must first establish a traditional IRA, in which the employer will deposit SEP contributions
  • $500 minimum deposit to open

1Consult your tax advisor.






Account openings and credit are subject to bank approval.
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