SEP IRA Early Withdrawal

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    Penalties

    • The IRS assesses a 10 percent penalty on amounts you withdraw (distributions) from your SEP IRA before the year you turn 59 1/2. In addition to the penalty, you will also owe income taxes on the distributions.

    Incentives

    • The IRS provides you with a tax incentive for making a SEP IRA contribution--you get to deduct the amount from your taxes. In return, the federal government wants you to leave your money in the account and use it to support your retirement.

    Exceptions

    • You can get around the 10 percent penalty by qualifying for a penalty exception. If you take a distribution to pay for your first home, or if you use it to pay for qualifying education expenses, you do not owe a penalty. There are also hardship exceptions, including disability and unpaid medical expenses.

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