Owner’s draw and is it considered earned income?

Spouse will begin working for husband’s business, and accountant suggested she take a draw vs salary.  Everything I am locating is saying that an owner’s draw is NOT considered earned income for purposes of contributing to a Roth, and I wanted to get input to see if that is also your understanding?

Thank you!!!



Yes, that is correct but she can use a spousal contribution using husband’s earned income to make her Roth contribution if they file jointly. Modified AGI limits apply however.

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