However, if youâre curious, there is a fascinating system behind ABA numbers. The ABA number is like an address that tells everybody where to find your account. ABA numbers are also known as routing transit numbers (RTNs). âABAâ is used because the American Bankers Association (ABA) assigns the numbers to banks.
In contrast to a traditional IRA, contributions to a Roth IRA are not tax-deductible. Withdrawals are tax-free under certain conditions (for example, if the withdrawal is only on the principal portion of the account, or if the owner is at least 59Â½ years old).
A Roth IRA lets you save for retirement and offers several tax advantages over a traditional IRA. As of 2012, you can contribute up to $5,000 per year if you are under age 50. In most cases, you do not report a Roth contribution on your 1040. Roth IRA is not tax deductible when you make the contribution. That means you cannot subtract the amount you contribute from your tax return. In exchange, you can withdraw the amount tax-free when you reach 59 1/2-years-old. You also get to take out your earnings tax free.