How the Tax Saver’s Credit Can Help

Did you know you may be eligible for a tax credit for contributing to your IRA or employer-sponsored retirement plan?

Contributing to your retirement plan makes great financial sense. Between lowering your federal tax liability, leveraging a potential employer match and saving for the long term, you’re making a wise choice for your financial future.

Did you know you could also earn a $1,000 federal tax credit for contributing when you file your federal tax return?

The Saver’s Credit provides up to 50% of every dollar you save for retirement (up to $2,000 for married taxpayers who each save at least $2,000 and file jointly; up to $1,000 for single filers). Here’s how it works, based on your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI):

2023 Saver's Credit

Credit Rate Married Filing Jointly Head of Household All Other Filers*
50% of your contribution

AGI not more than $43,500

AGI not more than $32,625

AGI not more than $21,750
20% of your contribution $43,501 - $47,500 $32,626 - $35,625 $21,751 - $23,750
10% of your contribution

$47,501 - $73,000

$35,626 - $54,750

$23,751 - $36,500
0% of your contribution more than $73,000 more than $54,750 more than $36,500

2022 Saver's Credit

Credit Rate Married Filing Jointly Head of Household All Other Filers*
50% of your contribution

AGI not more than $41,000

AGI not more than $30,750

AGI not more than $20,500
20% of your contribution $41,001 - $44,000 $30,751 - $33,000 $20,501 - $22,000
10% of your contribution

$44,001 - $68,000

$33,001 - $51,000

$22,001 - $34,000
0% of your contribution more than $68,000 more than $51,000 more than $34,000

Start saving and take some extra credit today!

  • Start now. If you’re not enrolled in a retirement savings plan, discover your options with Security Benefit.
     
  • Learn more. Visit IRS.gov, or talk to your retirement plan advisor.
     
  • Save on! If you’re already saving – congratulations! Consider saving more to maximize the Saver’s Credit in 2023.

 

 

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*Single, married filing separately, or qualifying widow(er)

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SB-10005-15 | 2022/12/14