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

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

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

Wynn Resorts offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan to help employees save for their future.

Does Wynn Resorts match employee contributions to the 401(k) plan?

Yes, Wynn Resorts provides a matching contribution to employee 401(k) accounts, subject to certain limits.

What is the eligibility requirement for employees to participate in the Wynn Resorts 401(k) plan?

Employees of Wynn Resorts are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan after completing a specified period of service, typically within the first year of employment.

How can employees at Wynn Resorts enroll in the 401(k) plan?

Employees can enroll in the Wynn Resorts 401(k) plan through the company’s benefits portal or by contacting the HR department for assistance.

What types of investment options are available in the Wynn Resorts 401(k) plan?

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

Can employees at Wynn Resorts take loans against their 401(k) savings?

Yes, Wynn Resorts allows employees to take loans against their 401(k) savings, subject to the plan's terms and conditions.

What is the vesting schedule for employer contributions in the Wynn Resorts 401(k) plan?

The vesting schedule for employer contributions in the Wynn Resorts 401(k) plan typically follows a graded vesting schedule, which employees can review in the plan documents.

Are there any fees associated with the Wynn Resorts 401(k) plan?

Yes, there may be administrative fees and investment-related fees associated with the Wynn Resorts 401(k) plan, which are disclosed in the plan materials.

How often can employees at Wynn Resorts change their 401(k) contribution amounts?

Employees at Wynn Resorts can change their 401(k) contribution amounts during designated enrollment periods or as specified in the plan guidelines.

What happens to the 401(k) savings if an employee leaves Wynn Resorts?

If an employee leaves Wynn Resorts, they have several options for their 401(k) savings, including rolling it over to another retirement account, cashing it out, or leaving it in the Wynn Resorts plan if eligible.

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For more information you can reach the plan administrator for Wynn Resorts at 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109; or by calling them at 702-770-7555.