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Should I Contribute to My Roth 401(k)?

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Roth 401(k)s have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional 401(k)s, allowing participants to make after-tax salary deferrals to their employer plans. Many individuals may have the opportunity to contribute to a designated Roth account in their 401(k), but are uncertain about the best savings strategy for their personal circumstances.

 

This flowchart helps guide you through a series of considerations in your decision whether to contribute to a Roth 401(k), and covers:

 

  • Future tax rate expectations
  • Roth IRA eligibility
  • Employer matching considerations
  • RMDs and future rollover options
  • Additional savings opportunities through backdoor Roth contributions

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