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This tax is in addition to the ordinary income tax that applies to most retirement plan withdrawals.

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There have long been a number ofstandard exceptions to this penalty.

If that money isnt replaced within three years,no additional withdrawalsduring that time period would be allowed.

What Do the Experts Say?

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However, thenew emergency provisiongarners support from many financial experts.

Its not for getting FOMO and wanting to go on a trip with your friends, Lester says.

Others suggest that even a $1,000 emergency withdrawal should be avoided due to the financial consequences.

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He and other experts suggest trimming expenses or boosting your income instead.

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