Employer match (401(k))

Definition

Money an employer adds to your workplace retirement plan based on how much you contribute, up to a limit set by the plan.

Example

With a 50% match on contributions up to 6% of a $60,000 salary, contributing $3,600 a year earns an extra $1,800 from the employer.

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