Money contributed to a Traditional IRA that does not qualify for a tax deduction, typically because your income exceeds deduction limits and you're covered by a workplace plan. While there's no immediate tax benefit, the contribution still grows tax-deferred. Tracking nondeductible contributions on Form 8606 is essential to avoid double taxation on withdrawal.
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Nondeductible Contribution
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