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

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

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

TransDigm Group offers a 401(k) Savings Plan to help employees save for retirement.

Is participation in the TransDigm Group 401(k) Savings Plan mandatory?

No, participation in the TransDigm Group 401(k) Savings Plan is voluntary; employees can choose whether or not to enroll.

What is the eligibility requirement for TransDigm Group employees to participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan?

TransDigm Group employees are typically eligible to participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan after completing a specified period of service, usually within the first year of employment.

Does TransDigm Group match employee contributions to the 401(k) Savings Plan?

Yes, TransDigm Group offers a matching contribution to the 401(k) Savings Plan based on employee contributions, subject to certain limits.

What is the maximum contribution limit for the TransDigm Group 401(k) Savings Plan?

The maximum contribution limit for the TransDigm Group 401(k) Savings Plan is aligned with the IRS limits, which can change annually.

Can TransDigm Group employees choose how their 401(k) contributions are invested?

Yes, TransDigm Group employees can choose from a variety of investment options within the 401(k) Savings Plan to suit their retirement goals.

When can TransDigm Group employees access their 401(k) Savings Plan funds?

TransDigm Group employees can access their 401(k) Savings Plan funds upon reaching retirement age, or in cases of hardship or termination of employment, subject to plan rules.

Are there any fees associated with the TransDigm Group 401(k) Savings Plan?

Yes, there may be administrative fees associated with the TransDigm Group 401(k) Savings Plan, which are disclosed in the plan documents.

How often can TransDigm Group employees change their contribution amounts to the 401(k) Savings Plan?

TransDigm Group employees can typically change their contribution amounts at designated times throughout the year, as outlined in the plan guidelines.

Does TransDigm Group provide any educational resources for employees regarding the 401(k) Savings Plan?

Yes, TransDigm Group offers educational resources and workshops to help employees understand their 401(k) Savings Plan options and investment strategies.