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Retirement tax questions

The IRS considers you covered by an employer's plan if you were covered at any time during the tax year. 

  • It doesn't matter that you were covered by a retirement plan for only three months or one day. 
  • You are considered to be covered by a retirement plan and are subject to the contribution limitations.
  • See Are You Covered by an Employer's Retirement Plan?
  • To correct your excess IRA contribution, contact your IRA plan administrator.

Related information:  2019 IRA Deduction Limits - Effect of Modified AGI on Deduction if You Are Covered by a Retirement ...

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