Individual Retirement Accounts Modification in 2014

In 2014 Puerto Rico made adjustments to certain aspect of individual retirement accounts ("IRA").   The adjustment included the ability to elect to prepay

at a reduced income tax rate of 8% all or part of their accrued and undistributed balances in IRAs (this does not include the ability to prepay for 2014 interest).

A penalty for early withdrawal of 30% (formerly a 10% penalty) - will apply to any distribution from an IRA of prepaid amounts if the holder of the IRA or its beneficiary has not attained age 60.  Under the act, there is no penalty will apply to a distribution made from an IRA to prepay the 8%.  Interest paid or accrued after June 30, 2014 will be subject to the 17% income tax rate.

There are more rules and this post contains simplifications and is not comprehensive and my be forward looking. Additionally, as always, a professional should be consulted and be presented with specific information.

 

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