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Taking Early Withdrawals from Your Roth IRA. When it comes to yoga, marriage, and retirement investing, one thing is key: flexibility. And a Roth IRA is, without a doubt, the most limber of your retirement savings options. Generally speaking, itâs best to leave your retirement account untouched so that you can maximize your returns. But for unforeseen expenses, it can be a lifesaver.
Withdraw from a Roth IRA. If you have a Roth IRA that is at least five years old, you may be able to withdraw your contributions, but not the earnings, without incurring an early withdrawal penalty. [Read: Why You Should Open a Roth IRA.] Leave the money in a 401(k). Employees who leave their jobs in the year they turn 55 or older can make 401(k) withdrawals for any reason without having to pay the 10 percent early withdrawal penalty. But if you roll the money over to an IRA, you'll have to wait until 59 1/2 to avoid the penalty.