Posts  / #POST-216449
REDDIT

401k 50+ catch-up contributions

R
Jan 10, 2026 · 04:47

Trying to understand pros and cons for this. Our company only offers $24,500 max for either pre-tax or post tax. Now with the 50+ catchup option of $8k 401k Roth post tax, is there any instance where a person should NOT contribute?

For instance, households who already hit the highest income bracket, would opening a regular Roth IRA any better than a 401k?