Question: are mlps taxed in a roth ira?
Answer: Yes, you may own MLPs in your Roth IRA, but there are some potentially unfavorable tax consequences to doing so. ... If a Roth IRA earns $1,000 or more of UBTI annually, the UBTI income above $1,000 is subject to tax even if the securities are held in a retirement account, which are typically not taxed.