Quick Answer. Chemical reactions occur because different types of molecules interact with each other to create new substances. Many of these interactions happen naturally and are not man-made. When one molecule interacts with another one, a chemical reaction occurs due to the breaking of old bonds and the forming of new ones.
(iStockPhoto). Withdrawals from individual retirement accounts before age 59 1/2 typically trigger a 10 percent early withdrawal penalty. However, there are several exceptions to the penalty if you meet certain circumstances or spend the money on specific purchases. Here are 10 ways to avoid the IRA early withdrawal penalty:
After you reach age 70Â½, you must take annual withdrawals, called Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), from your Traditional IRA. If youâre at least age 59Â½ and your Roth IRA has been open for at least five years, you can withdraw money tax-and penalty-free. See Roth IRA rules for ages 59Â½ to 70. With a Roth IRA, there are no required distributions as there are with a Traditional IRA. If youâre between age 59Â½ and 70, there are several important factors that impact annual distributions from an Inherited IRA (not an IRA that youâve simply transferred on your own).