Individual Retirement Account (IRA)

Plan for a comfortable retirement with Capitol Federal's IRAs. Choose from Traditional or Roth IRAs and enjoy tax advantages.

With a Capitol Federal IRA, you can choose from a range of investment options to help secure your retirement. Whether you prefer a stable, long-term Certificate of Deposit or the flexibility of a variable-rate Savings IRA, we have the right choice for you.

IRA Options:

  • Traditional IRA: Choose any CD term of 4 years or less.
  • Roth & Educational IRAs: Choose any CD term of 5 years or less.

Start planning today and explore our IRA options and secure your financial future.

Traditional IRA

A Traditional IRA from Capitol Federal allows you to save for retirement while potentially reducing your tax bill. Choose any CD term of 4 years or less for your investment.

Why Choose a Traditional IRA?

  • Tax-Deductible Contributions. Consult your tax advisor to see if you qualify.
  • Tax-Deferred Growth. Earnings are not taxed until you withdraw them in retirement.
  • No Withdrawals Until Age 73. Your funds can continue to grow tax-deferred.

Roth IRA

A Roth IRA is ideal if you want tax-free withdrawals in retirement and no mandatory distributions at age 73. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing any CD term of 5 years or less.

Roth IRA Benefits:

  • Tax-Free Growth. Withdraw earnings tax-free after a 5-year holding period under qualifying conditions.
  • No Required Withdrawals. No mandatory distributions at age 73.
  • Flexible Contributions.  Continue contributing as long as you have earned income, even during retirement.

Featured Certificate of Deposit Rate

10-Month CD
4.25 % APY

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