An employee's own deposit to a company retirement plan.

An individual's contribution to his/her own retirement plan, often tax-deferred.

the amount you must contribute toward the costs of your insurance. This is usually paid monthly through payroll deduction.

Deduction from an employee's pay, applied toward the cost of a retirement or other benefit plan.

A participant contribution made to a SEP-IRA or other qualified retirement plan by the individual owner of the account. Annual contributions are limited, so please consult a tax advisor.

See percentage contribution.

An employee's deposit to a company retirement plan. Distinguished from the company's contribution, such as a "company match" to a 401(k).

That portion of the cost of a health insurance plan that is paid by the employee.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan equity swap