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Mega Backdoor Roth (After-Tax 401(k) + In-Service Conversion)

Stack up to $46,500/yr into Roth on top of normal contribution limits.

Overview

If your 401(k) plan allows after-tax contributions AND in-service withdrawals or Roth in-plan conversions, you can contribute up to the full $69K annual §415 limit — the delta above employee + employer contributions goes in after-tax, then immediately converts to Roth. Result: $30K–$46K/yr extra Roth on top of the $23K standard deferral. The single largest Roth-building loophole for W-2 high earners.

Best fit
W-2 high earners with plan supportTech / finance employeesSolo 401(k) owners
Estimated impact
$46,500/yr extra Roth = $2M–$4M tax-free at retirement

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