Roth IRA
With a Roth IRA, you make contributions with money on which you've already paid taxes. You're able to withdraw your contributions tax- and penalty-free at any time, for any reason. Any earnings have the potential to be withdrawn tax-free in retirement, provided that certain conditions are met.1
Why choose a Fidelity Roth IRA?
- No account fees or minimums to open an account2
- Broad range of investment choices
- Commission-free trades3
- Potential for tax-free growth and withdrawals1
| Earnings |
Earnings grow federally tax-free1 |
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| Withdrawals |
Tax-free withdrawals1 You are able to withdraw your contributions tax- and penalty-free at any time, for any reason No required minimum distributions (RMDs) during the lifetime of the original owner |
| Eligibility |
No age limit4 Must have employment compensation |
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| IRA maximum contribution |
2019: $6,000 ($7,000 if age 50 or older)
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| Minimum investment |
There is no minimum to open the account Certain investments, like mutual funds, require a minimum initial investment |
| Investment options |
Access to a wide range of investments offering growth or income including mutual funds, stocks, bonds, ETFs, and FDIC-insured CDs |
| Support and guidance |
Research and tools to help you create a long-term plan and choose investments |
| Account fees |
There is no opening cost, closing cost or annual fee for Fidelity's Traditional, Roth, SEP, SIMPLE, and rollover IRAs2 |
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| Trading fees3 |
$0 commission for online US stock, ETF, and option trades |
More information
Converting to a Roth IRA
Learn about the potential benefits of a Roth IRA and how to take advantage of them if you have assets in a Traditional IRA.
Contribute to your IRA
Already have a Fidelity IRA? Contribute now to take advantage of tax-deferred growth.
Roth Conversion Checklists
Follow these steps to convert a Traditional IRA or an old 401(k) to a Roth IRA.
