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401(k)s & IRAs For Dummies
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401(k)s & IRAs For Dummies

by Ted Benna, Brenda Watson Newmann
October 2021
Beginner
352 pages
8h 40m
English
For Dummies
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Chapter 20

Choosing a Plan for Your Business

IN THIS CHAPTER

Bullet Finding the plan for you

Bullet Looking at examples

Bullet Getting rewarded for your plan

Bullet Making a change when you need to

Running a retirement plan is a significant responsibility for any employer. A company isn’t required to offer a plan, but if it does, it must comply with the applicable laws and regulations — whether the plan covers only a couple of employees or more than 100,000.

In this chapter, I compare plan options from various types of 401(k)s to various types of IRAs. I also talk about earning credit for setting up a plan.

You’re not alone if the first plan you choose isn’t the plan you really need. I walk you through the process of switching plans, which isn’t pleasant but can be for the best.

Selecting a Plan That’s Right for You

Most small businesses want one of the plans that are primarily funded by employee contributions. Each plan has pros and cons. Table 20-1 summarizes the main features of the different plans funded primarily by employee contributions.

TABLE 20-1 401(k) & IRA Options

Feature/Requirement

Regular ...

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