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Essential Year-End Tax Strategies for Insperity Employees: What You Need to Know Before 2023

Here are some things for Insperity employees and retirees to consider as they weigh potential tax moves between now and the end of the year.

1. Defer income to next year
Insperity employees must consider opportunities to defer income to 2023, particularly if you think you may be in a lower tax bracket then. For example, you may be able to defer a year-end bonus or delay the collection of business debts, rent, and payments for services. As a Insperity employee, doing so may enable you to postpone payment of tax on the income until next year.

2. Accelerate deductions
Insperity employees and retirees should also look for opportunities to accelerate deductions into the current tax year. If you itemize deductions, making payments for deductible expenses such as medical expenses, qualifying interest, and state taxes before the end of the year (instead of paying them in early 2023) could make a difference on your 2022 return.

3. Make deductible charitable contributions
As a Insperity employee, if you itemize deductions on your federal income tax return, you can generally deduct charitable contributions, but the deduction is limited to 50% (currently increased to 60% for cash contributions to public charities), 30%, or 20% of your adjusted gross income (AGI), depending on the type of property you give and the type of organization to which you contribute. (Excess amounts can be carried over for up to five years.)

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4. Bump up withholding to cover a tax shortfall
As a Insperity employee, if it looks as though you will owe federal income tax for the year, consider increasing your withholding on Form W-4 for the remainder of the year to cover the shortfall. Time may be limited for Insperity employees to request a Form W-4 change and for their employers from Insperity to implement it in time for 2022. The biggest advantage in doing so is that withholding is considered as having been paid evenly throughout the year instead of when the dollars are actually taken from your paycheck. This strategy can be implemented by Insperity employees to make up for low or missing quarterly estimated tax payments.

5. Save more for retirement
Deductible contributions to a traditional IRA and pre-tax contributions to a Insperity-sponsored retirement plan such as a 401(k) can reduce your 2022 taxable income. As a fortune 500 employee, if you haven't already contributed up to the maximum amount allowed, consider doing so. For 2022, Insperity employees can contribute up to $20,500 to a 401(k) plan ($27,000 if you're age 50 or older) and up to $6,000 to traditional and Roth IRAs combined ($7,000 if you're age 50 or older).* The window to make 2022 contributions to a Insperity-sponsored plan generally closes at the end of the year, while you have until April 18, 2023, to make 2022 IRA contributions.

*Roth contributions are not deductible, but Roth-qualified distributions are not taxable.

6. Take the required minimum distributions
If you are a Insperity employee age 72 or older, you generally must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from traditional IRAs and Insperity-sponsored retirement plans (special rules apply if you're still working and participating in Insperity's retirement plan). You have to make the withdrawals by the date required — the end of the year for most individuals. The penalty for failing to do so is substantial: 50% of the amount that wasn't distributed on time. As a fortune 500 employee, making these distributions in a timely manner is essential as to avoid the late penalty.

7. Weigh year-end investment moves
Insperity employees and retirees shouldn't let tax considerations drive investment decisions. However, it's worth considering the tax implications of any year-end investment moves that you make. For example, if you have realized net capital gains from selling securities at a profit, you might avoid being taxed on some or all of those gains by selling losing positions. As a Insperity employee, any losses over and above the number of your gains can be used to offset up to $3,000 of ordinary income ($1,500 if your filing status is married filing separately) or carried forward to reduce your taxes in future years.

Tags: Financial Planning , Tax , Retirement , 2022

What type of retirement plan does Insperity offer to its employees?

Insperity offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan to its employees.

How can employees of Insperity enroll in the 401(k) plan?

Employees of Insperity can enroll in the 401(k) plan through the company’s online benefits portal during the open enrollment period or after their eligibility period.

Does Insperity provide any matching contributions to the 401(k) plan?

Yes, Insperity provides matching contributions to the 401(k) plan, helping employees to maximize their retirement savings.

What is the vesting schedule for Insperity’s 401(k) matching contributions?

Insperity has a vesting schedule that typically requires employees to work for a certain number of years before fully owning the matching contributions.

Can Insperity employees take loans against their 401(k) savings?

Yes, Insperity allows employees to take loans against their 401(k) savings, subject to specific terms and conditions.

What investment options are available in Insperity’s 401(k) plan?

Insperity’s 401(k) plan offers a variety of investment options, including mutual funds, target-date funds, and other investment vehicles.

Is there a minimum contribution requirement for Insperity’s 401(k) plan?

Yes, Insperity requires employees to contribute a minimum percentage of their salary to participate in the 401(k) plan.

How often can Insperity employees change their 401(k) contribution amounts?

Insperity employees can change their 401(k) contribution amounts at any time, subject to the plan’s guidelines.

What happens to Insperity employees' 401(k) savings if they leave the company?

If Insperity employees leave the company, they can roll over their 401(k) savings into another retirement account or leave the funds in the Insperity plan, depending on the plan’s rules.

Does Insperity offer financial education resources for employees regarding their 401(k) plan?

Yes, Insperity provides financial education resources and tools to help employees make informed decisions about their 401(k) savings.