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401(k) Pricing

Most small business owners find that they can have a retirement benefit for far less than they expected, and many of them find that 401GO is their most affordable option.

Our fees are transparent and affordable, so that your efforts can be focused on growing your business.

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401(k) Pricing for Every Business Type

Flexibility and Transparency to Meet Your Requirements

401GO’s pricing model ensures businesses of all sizes can find the 401(k) plan that makes the most of their budget, never at the expense of quality or service. There are no hidden fees, giving plan sponsors and participants complete clarity into the costs associated with managing their retirement plan.

Our Solutions

We Have Solutions to Fit Every Budget

Explore our range of 401(k) plans to find the one that best meets your needs.

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GO-Starter

for very small companies

$25
per month

$4 per participant
0.3% AUM fee

An excellent alternative to a state-sponsored program.

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GO-Plus

for most small businesses

$79
per month

$9 per participant
0.3% AUM fee

Our most popular plan, a practical option for most small businesses.

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GO-Max

for maximum savings

$99
per month

$9 per participant
0.3% AUM fee

A full-featured plan, designed for maximum retirement savings.

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Solo 401(k)

for sole proprietors

$299
first year, $199 per year thereafter

No participant fee.
0.3% AUM fee

Being a sole proprietor is no longer an impediment to retirement planning.

Not Sure Which Plan is Right for You?

Compare plans features and benefits below.

401(k) Pricing Structure

Options for Volume Pricing

As plan participant size increases, per participant monthly fee drops significantly. Talk to us to learn how you might benefit from this volume pricing.

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Compare Features

GO-Starter

$ 0.00

Per Month
Features
  • 15-Min Self Setup
  • Assisted Setup
  • Profit Sharing
  • Vesting Schedules
  • Safe Harbor Plans
  • Non-Safe Harbor Plans
  • New Comparability Profit Sharing
  • Volume Pricing
  • DB/DC Combo Plan
Plan Administration
  • Custody
  • 3(16) Plan Administration
  • Recordkeeping
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Unlimited Deferral Changes
  • Loans & Hardship Withdrawals
  • Payroll Integration
  • TRUE-360 Integration™
Investment Management
  • 3(38) Fiduciary
  • Diverse Investment Choices
  • Automatic Rebalancing
  • Guided Portfolio Builder
  • Dedicated Local Advisor
  • Optional Outside 3(38)
  • Bring Your Own Advisor
  • Preferred Advisor Pairing
Compliance & Filing
  • Ongoing Automated Compliance
  • Nondiscrimination Testing
  • Fill, Sign, and Send 5500, 1099-R, 8955-SSA
  • ERISA Bond Included
  • Control Groups
Support
  • Phone, Email, Chat
  • Help Center – FAQs
  • Dedicated Relationship Manager

GO-Plus

$ 0.00

Per Month
Features
  • 15-Min Self Setup
  • Assisted Setup
  • Profit Sharing
  • Vesting Schedules
  • Safe Harbor Plans
  • Non-Safe Harbor Plans
  • New Comparability Profit Sharing
  • Volume Pricing
  • DB/DC Combo Plan
Plan Administration
  • Custody
  • 3(16) Plan Administration
  • Recordkeeping
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Unlimited Deferral Changes
  • Loans & Hardship Withdrawals
  • Payroll Integration
  • TRUE-360 Integration™
Investment Management
  • 3(38) Fiduciary
  • Diverse Investment Choices
  • Automatic Rebalancing
  • Guided Portfolio Builder
  • Dedicated Local Advisor
  • Optional Outside 3(38)
  • Bring Your Own Advisor
  • Preferred Advisor Pairing
Compliance & Filing
  • Ongoing Automated Compliance
  • Nondiscrimination Testing
  • Fill, Sign, and Send 5500, 1099-R, 8955-SSA
  • ERISA Bond Included
  • Control Groups
Support
  • Phone, Email, Chat
  • Help Center – FAQs
  • Dedicated Relationship Manager

GO-MaxRecommended

$ 0.00

Per Month
Features
  • 15-Min Self Setup
  • Assisted Setup
  • Profit Sharing
  • Vesting Schedules
  • Safe Harbor Plans
  • Non-Safe Harbor Plans
  • New Comparability Profit Sharing
  • Volume Pricing
  • DB/DC Combo Plan
Plan Administration
  • Custody
  • 3(16) Plan Administration
  • Recordkeeping
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Unlimited Deferral Changes
  • Loans & Hardship Withdrawals
  • Payroll Integration
  • TRUE-360 Integration™
Investment Management
  • 3(38) Fiduciary
  • Diverse Investment Choices
  • Automatic Rebalancing
  • Guided Portfolio Builder
  • Dedicated Local Advisor
  • Optional Outside 3(38)
  • Bring Your Own Advisor
  • Preferred Advisor Pairing
Compliance & Filing
  • Ongoing Automated Compliance
  • Nondiscrimination Testing
  • Fill, Sign, and Send 5500, 1099-R, 8955-SSA
  • ERISA Bond Included
  • Control Groups
Support
  • Phone, Email, Chat
  • Help Center – FAQs
  • Dedicated Relationship Manager

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Get a Quick 401(k) Pricing Estimate

Use the calculator below to estimate cost of adding a 401(k) plan to your employee benefits offerings. If you have any questions, an expert will gladly discuss them with you.

Your maximum annual administrative cost may be: (based on 100% participation)

$

Your total after tax cost: (plan credits are for the first 3 years)

$

In addition to administrative tax credits, you could qualify for employer contribution tax credits up to: (over 5 year period)

$

Why Choose 401GO

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15-Minute Plan Setup

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Industry-Leading Customer Support

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Affordable, Flexible Pricing

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Pioneering Technology

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Automated Compliance

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Pricing Structure

SECURE Act 2.0 Provides for Substantial Tax Credits for Smaller Companies.

  • Administrative credits cover up to 100% of costs.
  • Matching credits cover up to $1000/employee.
  • Auto-enroll provides $500/year.
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Pricing Structure

Options for Non-Profit Organizations

Similar to a 401(k), a 403(b) provides a way for non-profits, public schools, and other tax-exempt organizations to offer retirement savings benefits.

403(b) pricing is similar to that of 401(k) plans.

Contact us to get a customized quote for your tax-exempt organization.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions? We’ve Got Answers

Why is your service so affordable?

There are two key factors that allow our pricing to be much lower than the industry standard.

The first is technology. We built our platform from the ground up, with internet-based 401(k) set-up, management, maintenance and compliance specifically in mind. Most all of our competition, by contrast, uses the same inefficient software, which pre-dates the internet and requires many tasks be done manually by many people, which in turn increases the risk of errors which requires hiring still more people. We’re all for keeping unemployment low, but not like that.

These efficiencies keep our costs down, and that’s reflected in our low pricing.

The second factor is service bundling. 401GO is a third party administrator (TPA), record keeper and custodian (through our partner Matrix Trust) and 3(38) investment fiduciary, all under one roof. Being a bundled provider makes for a much better experience for you and adds still more efficiency for us.

One thing we will never automate is relationships. Connect with a human expert to learn more.

How much is the setup fee?

Setup fees are not allowed here. We just don’t do it.

How much is the termination fee?

Zip, zero, nada. While some providers try to keep your business by charging high termination fees, we prefer the great service and cutting edge technology approach.

What happens when an employee leaves the company?

Employers pay the per-participant fee only for current employees who are actively contributing to their 401(k) account. You will not be charged for those who leave your employment.

Terminated employees are charged for their own accounts, at a discounted rate. They are also have the option of rolling their assets into an IRA.

Which fees are paid by the employer and which are paid by the employee?

The per-participant and base fees are paid by the employer. The assets under management (AUM) fee is pulled from plan assets, and thus paid by the participants.

What are the advantages of each pricing option?

We offer different pricing options to best fit the needs of your organization.

GO-STARTER: This is our least expensive option, and a good choice for very small companies. This option operates with a Safe Harbor plan. GO-STARTER plan sponsors and participants have access to live, expert support, but no not have a dedicated relationship manager.

GO-PLUS: If your business is growing, if you want a traditional (non-Safe-Harbor) plan, or if you are transferring your existing plan from another provider, this GO-PLUS is probably right for you. This option comes with extras, like an ERISA bond, a dedicated relationship manager, and access to our True360™ integration.

GO-MAX: This is our most feature rich plan option, best suited to fast growing firms in a competitive hiring market.

If you’re not sure which option is best for you, just ask. We’re happy to talk through the details with you.

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Start Your Journey with 401GO

Let’s work together to design a 401(k) plan that fits your organization’s needs. You can expect a strong and long-term personal relationship and the many benefits that go along with saving for retirement. Contact us today.

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