retirement plan
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a systematic plan made and kept by an individual for setting aside income for their future retirement.
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However, some higher earners covered by a retirement plan at work won’t be able to deduct their traditional IRA contributions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
Not all workers have access to a workplace retirement plan, but if they do, it comes with higher contribution limits than an IRA.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 22, 2026
The consulting work allows him to participate in the company’s retirement plan.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 20, 2026
But becoming a millionaire overnight offers a convenient retirement plan for many of America’s aging farmers, especially in a tough farm economy, Nelson of the Illinois Farm Bureau said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 11, 2026
In return, IOI gave you a bimonthly paycheck, food, lodging, health-care benefits, and a retirement plan.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
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