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Tax-advantaged retirement plans and Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs).
Recent developments
Changes to guidance, law and procedures that affect employee plans.
401(k) limit increases to $24,500 for 2026, IRA limit increases to $7,500
The IRS announced that the amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) plans in 2026 has increased to $24,500, up from $23,500 for 2025.
The IRS also issued technical guidance regarding all cost‑of‑living adjustments affecting dollar limitations for pension plans and other retirement-related items for tax year 2026 in Notice 2025-67 PDF.
Required minimum distribution (RMD)
Minimum amount you may need to annually withdraw from your retirement plan after age 72.
IRAs
Find how to make tax-deferred investments for your retirement by contributing to traditional and Roth IRAs.
Contribution limits
Find amounts you can contribute to your retirement plans and IRAs each year.
Types of retirement plans
Explore options for retirement plans:
Life events
Manage your retirement savings during a life event:
Plan administration
Maintain retirement plans:
Calculate plan benefits:
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