What is the key tax advantage of a Roth IRA compared to a traditional IRA?

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Roth IRA contributions are made with after-tax dollars, but qualified withdrawals, including all earnings, are tax-free in retirement. This makes Roth accounts especially valuable if you expect to be in a higher tax bracket when you retire.

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