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Old 08-03-2008, 12:46 AM   #1
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457(b) and 401(k) contributions

This is a pretty dumb question, and I think I know the answer, but just wanted to double-check with the board here.

In May, I switched careers from the public sector to private. Up to the point of my resignation, I had already contributed the max into my 457(b) plan ($15.5K). My new company has a 401(k) plan. My understanding is that I can contribute another $15.5K of tax deferred money into the 401(k) plan.

I checked with online sources, and they all seem to suggest that's correct. (ie. 457(b)wise : 457(b) FAQs. "
Can an employee contribute to a 457(b) and a 403(b)?") However, I have not found the answer on the IRS website. There is a small lingering doubt in my mind, since I haven't heard it directly from the horse's mouth, so to speak.

Any knowledge/personal experience is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
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Old 08-03-2008, 08:05 AM   #2
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Yes, you can contribute to BOTH a 403(b) and 457(k) during the same year.
If you're an old man, you can contribute a maximum of $20,500 to each entity for a total of $41,000 pretax. A good way to save money, especially if you're in a high tax bracket.

One hopes these programs continue and the maximum contributions are raised to more realistic levels.
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Thanks! That is good to hear.

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Old 08-03-2008, 09:38 AM   #4
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I agree with Barbarus and add that this rule only applies to 457 plans. Other plans, like multiple 401ks or 403bs, will have their salary deferral contributions limited to a total of $15,500 plus $5000 if 50 and over. The rule for 457 plans is different because your own contributions are not considered to be salary deferral contributions.
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Old 08-03-2008, 05:27 PM   #5
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Great! Now the hard part: coming up with $15.5K to put away.

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