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

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

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

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

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

Employees of Xerox Holdings can enroll in the 401(k) plan through the company’s online benefits portal or by contacting the HR department.

Does Xerox Holdings match employee contributions to the 401(k) plan?

Yes, Xerox Holdings provides a matching contribution to the 401(k) plan, subject to certain limits.

What is the maximum percentage of salary that employees can contribute to their 401(k) at Xerox Holdings?

Employees at Xerox Holdings can contribute up to 100% of their eligible compensation, subject to IRS contribution limits.

When can employees of Xerox Holdings start contributing to their 401(k) plan?

Employees of Xerox Holdings can start contributing to their 401(k) plan after they have completed their eligibility requirements, typically within the first few months of employment.

What investment options are available in the Xerox Holdings 401(k) plan?

The Xerox Holdings 401(k) plan offers a variety of investment options, including mutual funds, stocks, and bonds, allowing employees to diversify their portfolios.

Can employees of Xerox Holdings take loans against their 401(k) savings?

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

What happens to the 401(k) plan if an employee leaves Xerox Holdings?

If an employee leaves Xerox Holdings, they can choose to roll over their 401(k) balance to another retirement account, withdraw the funds, or leave the money in the Xerox Holdings plan, subject to plan rules.

Are there any fees associated with the Xerox Holdings 401(k) plan?

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

Can employees of Xerox Holdings change their contribution rates to the 401(k) plan?

Yes, employees of Xerox Holdings can change their contribution rates at any time, subject to the plan’s guidelines.

With the current political climate we are in it is important to keep up with current news and remain knowledgeable about your benefits.

Xerox offers both a traditional defined benefit pension plan and a defined contribution 401(k) plan. The defined benefit plan provides retirement income based on years of service and final average pay. The 401(k) plan features company matching contributions and various investment options, including target-date funds and mutual funds. Xerox provides financial planning resources and tools to help employees manage their retirement savings.

Xerox provides both RSUs and stock options as part of its employee compensation. RSUs vest over time, converting into shares, while stock options allow employees to purchase shares at a fixed price.

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For more information you can reach the plan administrator for Xerox Holdings at 45 Glover Ave. PO Box 4505 Norwalk, CT 6856; or by calling them at 972-420-2354.