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An additional funds allocation to a retirement savings account that is higher than the amount that an employer will give a matching contribution for. The additional voluntary contributions are done at the employee's discretion which will then proceed to the pension plan sponsored by the employer. The additional contribution may go through tax-deferred savings account such as individual retirement accounts (IRAs), 401 (k), and 403 (b).
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