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

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

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

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What type of retirement plan does Performance Food Group offer to its employees?

Performance Food Group offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan to its employees.

Does Performance Food Group match employee contributions to the 401(k) plan?

Yes, Performance Food Group provides a matching contribution to employee contributions made to the 401(k) plan, subject to certain limits.

What is the eligibility requirement to participate in the Performance Food Group 401(k) plan?

Employees of Performance Food Group are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan after completing a specific period of service, typically outlined in the plan documents.

Can employees of Performance Food Group choose how their 401(k) contributions are invested?

Yes, employees can choose from a variety of investment options available within the Performance Food Group 401(k) plan.

How can employees of Performance Food Group enroll in the 401(k) plan?

Employees can enroll in the Performance Food Group 401(k) plan through the company’s HR portal or by contacting the HR department for assistance.

What is the maximum contribution limit for the Performance Food Group 401(k) plan?

The maximum contribution limit for the Performance Food Group 401(k) plan is in line with IRS guidelines, which may change annually.

Does Performance Food Group offer a Roth 401(k) option?

Yes, Performance Food Group offers a Roth 401(k) option, allowing employees to make after-tax contributions to their retirement savings.

Are there any fees associated with the Performance Food Group 401(k) plan?

Yes, there may be administrative and investment fees associated with the Performance Food Group 401(k) plan, which are disclosed in the plan documents.

When can employees of Performance Food Group access their 401(k) funds?

Employees can access their 401(k) funds upon reaching retirement age, or in cases of hardship, termination of employment, or other qualifying events as defined by the plan.

How often can employees change their contribution percentage in the Performance Food Group 401(k) plan?

Employees can change their contribution percentage at designated times throughout the year, as specified in the Performance Food Group 401(k) plan guidelines.

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