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SIMPLE IRA contributions

Up to about $17,000

Can You Write Off SIMPLE IRA Contributions?

Short answer: Yes, SIMPLE IRA deferrals are pre-tax, and self-employed owners deduct their contributions.

Limits depend on employer size and your age.

Records to keep: Keep receipts, statements (1098, 1098-T, 1099, W-2G), and a note of what each cost was for. Compare itemizing to the 2026 standard deduction before you claim.