You can withdraw or use your traditional IRA assets at any time. You can withdraw your Roth NYCE IRA assets at any time.However, if the distribution is a not a Qualified Distribution you will be subject to income taxes. You can take distributions from your IRA (including your SEPIRA or SIMPLEIRA) at any time. There is no need to show a hardship to take a distribution. To be eligible for the STAR credit or exemption, you must own your home and it must be your primary residence. Meilahn points out another unique early withdrawal circumstance. A penalty will be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. Find out how much you'll pay in New York state income taxes given your annual income.