Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)

An IRA, or Individual Retirement Account, is a tax-advantaged investment option for individuals. Regions offers Traditional and Roth IRAs. Compare offerings to identify the best fit for you.

The difference between a Roth, Traditional and Education IRA

Roth IRA

Roth IRAs are generally tax-free retirement accounts.

  • Contributions are not tax-deductible
  • Earnings generally grow tax-free
  • Withdrawals are generally tax-free

Traditional IRA

Traditional IRAs are tax-deferred retirement accounts.

  • Contributions may be tax-deductible
  • Earnings grow tax-deferred
  • Withdrawals are generally taxable

Education IRA

Education IRAs are tax-advantaged accounts designed to pay for higher education.

  • Contributions are not tax-deductible
  • Earnings grow tax-deferred
  • Withdrawals are generally tax-free

Find the right account for your retirement goals

roth, traditional and education iras
Fixed Rate IRA

IRA account that earns interest at a fixed rate for the term of the time deposit.[1]

  • FDIC insured
  • Tax-advantaged
  • 6 to 60-month terms available
  • Get started with $250[2]

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Traditional IRas only
18-Month Variable Rate IRA[3]

Earns interest at a rate that is comparable to the prevailing rate in the market.[1]

  • FDIC insured
  • Tax-deferred
  • Additional deposits of $50 or more can be made at anytime
  • Get started with $250[2]

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roth, traditional and education iras
Money Market

This retirement account allows for regular deposits, withdrawals and the rollover of the IRA funds at any time.[1]

  • FDIC insured
  • Tax-advantaged
  • Additional deposits of $25 or more can be made at anytime
  • Get started with $50[4]

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Personalized investments
Investment IRA*

  • Work with a Financial Advisor to create a personalized retirement plan.[1]
  • A Financial Advisor manages your retirement funds
  • No minimum balance required

Get answers to your IRA questions

  • Individual Retirement Accounts or IRAs are a tax-advantaged or tax-deferred way for you to save for retirement. For some IRAs, you can invest in mutual funds, stocks, bonds and exchange traded funds. Regions offers FDIC-insured bank IRAs, in which you can invest through money markets, fixed rate or 18-month variable rate products.[1]

  • The rules for withdrawing from an IRA vary depending on age and the type of IRA. Visit the IRS website for more information on IRA withdrawals.
  • The rules for contributing to your IRA vary depending on the type of IRA. Visit the IRS website for more information on IRA contribution limits.

  • Learn more about the differences between a Roth and Traditional IRA on our FAQs page.

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