Do you know why some people have to pay taxes when they contribute to their IRA while others have to pay taxes when they make a withdrawal? It all comes down to the type of IRA (individual retirement account) in question – a Roth IRA or a traditional IRA. The reason being is that each type of IRA comes with its own set … [Read more...]
As Tax Time Nears, a Dire Trend with Retirement Savings
As tax time nears, a new report released by IRC, shows a continued decline in Americans' participation in Individual Retirement Accounts. The study, released in full today, shows an ever-widening gap between what average US citizens are saving for retirement and what they need to retire comfortably. As a result, … [Read more...]
Study: Americans Contributing Record Low Amounts to IRAs
A new study from Investment Company Research to examine the role of IRAs in Americans' retirement preparedness. The study is the first comprehensive survey of it's kind to be completed since 2008. We wanted to share this information with readers of IRAcontributionlimits.com because it shows an alarming and … [Read more...]
2022 – 2021 Deadlines for IRA Contributions
The first thing you need to know about your 2022 IRA contribution deadline is that the final IRS filing date doesn't happen until 2023. The IRS allows you to contribute to the previous year up until the normal federal tax deadline. Typically, this falls on April 15th and for most types of IRA accounts you will have … [Read more...]
2022 and 2021 Roth IRA Contribution Rules & Income Limits
What's new with Roth IRA contribution limits for 2022? Be sure to bookmark this page for reference of all the rules. First, let's recap the Roth IRA maximum contribution limits. These maximums vary depending on your age, and the 2022 IRS regulations haven't changed significantly. Basically, if you are under fifty in … [Read more...]
5 IRA Mistakes that Cost You Money
In July of 2013, the Worker's Retirement Institute reported that the average value of IRAs (Individual Retirement Accounts) in the United States fell to less than $28,000 the lowest number in a decade. This means Americans, some unemployed, must work even harder to pay for their retirement. The sad part is that most … [Read more...]
2022 SEP IRA Contribution Maximums & 2021 Limits
SEP IRA contribution limits for 2022 are changing. SEP's are Simplified Employee Pension (plans). You can benefit from a SEP IRA if you own a small business or are self-employed. The federal government rules let you use an SEP plan as an easy way to contribute to your employees' retirement savings or your own … [Read more...]
