Retirement Plan Contribution Limits

For 2008 IRA/ROTH contribution limits have increased from $4,000 to $5,000.

Click below to access downloadable PDF's with detailed information on 2008 retirement plancontribution , deductibility and eligibility limits:

• 2008-2007 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits
• 2008-2007 Small Business Plan Guidelines

AZ Tax Credit Information

You may receive a dollar-for-dollar credit against AZ state taxes owed by donating to the following qualified organizations. It is also a deduction on your federal return, so it is possible to save more money than you actually donated. (Prior to making a contribution, check with your tax advisor to make sure you qualify!)

Charitable Tax Credit

for donations to organizations that provide help to the working poor.

• $200 max for single filers

• $400 for joint

For a list of qualifying organizations visit: http://www.azdor.gov/Refunds and Credits/charitablecredits.htm

Public and Charter Schools

• $200 limit for single filers

• $400 for joint filers

Visit http://ade.az.gov/edd/leaurls.asp for a list of qualifying organizations or www.azdor.gov/researchstats/schooltaxcredit.htm for additional information.

School Tuition Tax Credit

• $500 limit for single filers

• $1000 limit for married filers

 Visit http://www.azdor.gov/researchstats/schooltaxcredit.htm for a list of qualifying organizations which you may donate to.

Saver's Tax Credit

If you make contributions to a workplace retirement plan or IRA, and your income falls within the ranges shown in the chart below, then you may be eligible for a credit of up to $1,000. For qualified married filers, they can each qualify for the credit.