Quick: which type of device is currently dominating Amazonâs Best Sellers list, holding the top two overall spots (as of this writing)? Answer: E. And itâs not close. Between the Amazon Fire TV, Google Chromecast, Roku 3, and Apple TV, streaming media players are lighting up online retail.
Moreover, you can invest up to the maximum in each account. In 2016, the limits are $18,000 in each type of account, plus catch-up contributions - so you could make a total retirement contribution of as much as $36,000 (or $48,000 if you are 50 or older).
The maximum amount of contributions a person can make to his or her 401(k) plan is set each year by the IRS. For the year 2016, people can contribute up to $18,000 as an elective salary deferral to a 401(k) plan. Additionally, if you are age 50 or older, you can contribute an additional catch-up contribution of $6,000.