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If I were to make a contribution to my ROTH for 2017 before April 12017, could this cut down the money I owe to the government this year?
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If I were to make a contribution to my ROTH for 2017 before April 12017, could this cut down the money I owe to the government this year?
No. Only Traditional IRA contributions are deductible if you meet the qualifications.
Roth contribution are not deductible and will not result in any tax savings.
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
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If I were to make a contribution to my ROTH for 2017 before April 12017, could this cut down the money I owe to the government this year?
No. Only Traditional IRA contributions are deductible if you meet the qualifications.
Roth contribution are not deductible and will not result in any tax savings.
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
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If I were to make a contribution to my ROTH for 2017 before April 12017, could this cut down the money I owe to the government this year?
However, if your income is low enough to qualify for the "Saver's Credit", that credit will reduce the amount that you owe.
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If I were to make a contribution to my ROTH for 2017 before April 12017, could this cut down the money I owe to the government this year?
Good point!
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If I were to make a contribution to my ROTH for 2017 before April 12017, could this cut down the money I owe to the government this year?
It depends. Roth contribution limits are based on your filing status AND your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI).
Please see the IRS link below to determine whether you will benefit:
https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/amount-of-roth-ira-contributions-that-you-can-make-for-2017
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