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Contributions made to SEP-IRA and 401k-what is the Limit?


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A Sole-P, over age 50, maintained a SEP-IRA to which he made a $6800 contribution in 2007. Later in 2007 he joined a 401k sponsored by an LLP (he is a partner) and made a employee 401k contribution of $20,500. Is this allowable or is he considered in excess of the limit?

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The $20,500 limit is an elective limit that applies on a plan and on an individual basis. Assuming all individual plan limits were met, the employer's $6,800 should not be a problem (assuming it is not an elective contribution).

If the owner is in control of the LLP (more than 50%), then aggregate limits would apply if employer contributions were made to both plans (the $45k/100% limits). OTOH, if the employers are related, affiliated, or controlled, then there would be other issues.

"Mahalo" to you too! Hope this helps.

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