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

Here are some things for Mattress Firm Group 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
Mattress Firm Group 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 Mattress Firm Group employee, doing so may enable you to postpone payment of tax on the income until next year.

2. Accelerate deductions
Mattress Firm Group 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 Mattress Firm Group 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 Mattress Firm Group 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 Mattress Firm Group employees to request a Form W-4 change and for their employers from Mattress Firm Group 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 Mattress Firm Group 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 Mattress Firm Group-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, Mattress Firm Group 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 Mattress Firm Group-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 Mattress Firm Group employee age 72 or older, you generally must take required minimum distributions (RMDs) from traditional IRAs and Mattress Firm Group-sponsored retirement plans (special rules apply if you're still working and participating in Mattress Firm Group'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
Mattress Firm Group 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 Mattress Firm Group 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 savings plan does Mattress Firm Group offer to its employees?

Mattress Firm Group offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan to help employees save for their future.

How can employees of Mattress Firm Group enroll in the 401(k) plan?

Employees of Mattress Firm Group can enroll in the 401(k) plan by completing the enrollment process through the company’s HR portal or by contacting the HR department for assistance.

Does Mattress Firm Group match employee contributions to the 401(k) plan?

Yes, Mattress Firm Group provides a matching contribution to employee 401(k) accounts, subject to certain limits and eligibility requirements.

What is the maximum contribution limit for the Mattress Firm Group 401(k) plan?

The maximum contribution limit for the Mattress Firm Group 401(k) plan is in accordance with IRS guidelines, which may change annually. Employees should check the current limit for the year.

Are there any vesting requirements for the 401(k) matching contributions at Mattress Firm Group?

Yes, Mattress Firm Group has a vesting schedule for matching contributions, meaning employees must work for the company for a certain period before they fully own those contributions.

Can employees of Mattress Firm Group take loans against their 401(k) savings?

Yes, Mattress Firm Group allows employees to take loans against their 401(k) savings, subject to the plan’s terms and conditions.

What investment options are available in the Mattress Firm Group 401(k) plan?

The Mattress Firm Group 401(k) plan offers a variety of investment options, including mutual funds, target-date funds, and other investment vehicles.

How often can employees of Mattress Firm Group change their 401(k) contribution amounts?

Employees of Mattress Firm Group can change their 401(k) contribution amounts at any time, subject to the plan’s guidelines.

Is there a penalty for withdrawing funds from the Mattress Firm Group 401(k) plan before retirement?

Yes, there may be penalties and taxes for withdrawing funds from the Mattress Firm Group 401(k) plan before reaching the age of 59½.

What happens to my 401(k) savings if I leave Mattress Firm Group?

If you leave Mattress Firm Group, you can choose to roll over your 401(k) savings into another retirement account, leave it in the Mattress Firm Group plan (if eligible), or cash it out (though this may incur taxes and penalties).