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:
This means you can take out your retirement money without penalty, and because Roth earnings are tax-free, you'll have no IRS bill, either. If, however, you opened your Roth IRA less than five years ago, the withdrawal is an early distribution. As with a traditional IRA early withdrawal, a Roth holder can use the first-home exception to avoid the 10 percent penalty but might owe tax on earnings that are withdrawn.