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TeachMeFinance.com - explain IRA IRA -- see individual retirement account. individual retirement account (IRA) -- an interest-earning retirement savings account in which the allowable contributions and earnings are not taxed until the funds are withdrawn, after age 59 1/2. About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial or legal advice. TeachMeFinance.com and its owner recommend consultation with a professional financial advisor prior to any investment or financial decision. Please read our disclaimer.