I have a work sponsored 403b plan where my contributions go to a Roth IRA, do I add this or does this not qualify since its not a personal IRA account?
I have a work sponsored 403b plan where my contributions go to a Roth IRA, do I add this or does this not qualify since its not a personal IRA account?
No, you don't add your work-sponsored 403(b) contributions to a Roth IRA on your tax return. Here is why.
Roth 403(b) vs. Roth IRA:
A Roth 403(b) is an employer-sponsored plan where you contribute after-tax dollars, and withdrawals are tax-free in retirement
A Roth IRA is an individual retirement account that you can open independently, with contributions made directly by you
Employer-Sponsored Plan:
Contributions to a 403(b) plan, even if they go into a Roth account within the plan, are not considered personal IRA contributions
These contributions are reported on your W-2 form and are already accounted for in your taxable income
Contribution Limits for 2024:
Roth 403(b):
The contribution limit is $23,000 for employee contributions.
If you are 50 or older, you can make an additional catch-up contribution of $7,500, bringing the total to $30,500
Roth IRA:
The contribution limit is $7,000
If you are 50 or older, you can make an additional catch-up contribution of $1,000, bringing the total to $8,000
Can You Invest in Both?
Yes, you can invest in both a Roth 403(b) and a Roth IRA, provided you meet the eligibility requirements and adhere to the contribution limits for each account