Certain numbers are adjusted by the IRS for inflation each year. Here are some additional 2014 tax numbers you’ll need to use as you get started with this year’s tax planning.
- The maximum individual retirement account (IRA) contribution you can make in 2014 remains at $5,500 if you’re under age 50 and at $6,500 if you are 50 or older.
- The maximum amount of wages employees can put into a 401(k) plan remains unchanged at $17,500. The 2014 maximum allowed for SIMPLE plans remains at $12,000. If you are 50 or older, you can contribute up to $23,000 to a 401(k) and $14,500 to a SIMPLE plan.
- For 2014, the maximum amount that can be contributed to a health savings account (HSA) increases to $3,300 for individuals and $6,550 for families. Those 55 and older can contribute an additional $1,000.
- The alternative minimum tax exemption for 2014 is $52,800 for singles and $82,100 for couples filing joint returns.