individual retirement account (IRA)
Definition
Tax-deferred retirement schemes that can be started by anyone who earns employment income. Individuals who earn less than a certain amount (or who do not participate in their employer's retirement plan) can generally deduct a part or all of their contribution to such schemes from their taxable income. Money in an IRA is taxed only when it is withdrawn.
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