The Federal legislation made tax deductible Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) during the 1980’s for US citizen income earners. Since then, the legislation persists to support and endorse changes impacting several aspects of Individual Retirement Accounts, compelling account holders to become aware of the present rules and regulations, how they affect the tax structures, whether the income that will be gained is tax free and if there are penalties that will be incurred for early distribution. This article will give you a clear overview of how IRA rates will get you equipped for retirement.