Question 2.

John works for ABC Company, which agrees to make a matching contribution of 50 cents on every dollar, up to 6% of each employee's compensation.

A.John's compensation is $31,000 per year. If John contributes $2,000 from his paychecks throughout the year, how much in a match from the company will John receive?

B.How much does John have to contribute to receive the maximum 6% contribution from the company?

C.How much is John giving up in compensation if he chooses not to defer any compensation?

Question 3.

What is arguably the most important question to get answered about an employer's 401 (k) plan if you are considering taking a job with that company?

Question 4.

Jill earns $75,000 per year. Her employer offers both a Roth and traditional 401(k) plan. Assume Jill is less than 50 years old.

If she contributes the maximum allowable, how much will her taxable income be if she contributes to the traditional 401 (k)?

If instead Jill contributes the maximum allowable, how will her taxable income be if she contributes to a Roth 401 (k)?

Question 5.

J is a 38-year old manager making $75,000 per year whose 40-year old spouse does not work outside the home. What should J's spouse do to save for retirement in a tax-advantaged way?