401(k) Retirement Plan Contribution Limits
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Each year the IRS issues new instructions setting the maximum contribution
that an employee can make to their 401(k) retirement plan.
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Since 2002, those turning age 50 or higher during the year are separately allowed
an additional "catch-up" contributions. Here are those limits:
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| Year | Maximum Contribution |
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| 2012 | $17,000 | $5,500 |
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| 2011 | $16,500 | $5,500 |
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