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Check retirement contribution readiness

Open enrollment and bonus season are when contribution decisions stick for a year. This workflow projects balances, checks limits, compares Roth vs traditional tradeoffs, and frames a broader retirement target.

Model 401(k) and Roth growth, confirm limits, compare account types, then project retirement needs.

  • 5 steps
  • About 10 minutes
  • Data stays on this device
  • Updated 2026-07-24
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  1. Model 401(k)

    401(k) Calculator

    Project balances from deferrals, match, and assumed growth.

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    Open 401(k) Calculator
  2. Model Roth IRA

    Roth IRA Calculator

    Estimate Roth IRA growth for IRA-eligible contributions.

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    Open Roth IRA Calculator
  3. Check limits

    401(k) Contribution Limit Calculator

    Stay under annual employee deferral and related caps.

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    Open 401(k) Contribution Limit Calculator
  4. Compare Roth vs traditional

    Roth vs Traditional 401(k) Calculator

    Explore tradeoffs using simplified tax assumptions.

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    Open Roth vs Traditional 401(k) Calculator
  5. Frame the goal

    Retirement Calculator

    Estimate broader retirement savings needs and timelines.

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    Open Retirement Calculator

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When to use this workflow

  • You are changing 401(k) deferral percentages.
  • You want a rough Roth vs traditional comparison.
  • You need a contribution-limit sanity check before payroll cutoff.

Tips

Tips for better results

  • Employer match is free money—model it explicitly when your plan allows.
  • Tax brackets change; treat Roth vs traditional outputs as directional.
  • Pair with emergency-fund planning so retirement deferrals do not strand cash needs.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is this investment advice?

No. Educational projections only. Confirm elections with your plan provider and a fiduciary if needed.

Do limits change every year?

Often yes. Verify the current IRS and plan limits before locking payroll elections.

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