Safe Harbor or Traditional 401(k): Which Is Better for Your Small Business?

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Have you heard of a Safe Harbor 401(k)? Maybe you have, but you don’t know how it works. Or you know how it works, but you’re not sure it would be right for your small business. Today, we’re going to work through these questions to help you decide whether a Safe Harbor 401(k) plan would work well for your situation. At 401GO, we work with small and medium-sized businesses that want to sponsor 401(k) plans for their companies, helping to make everyone’s retirement more secure.

How Do Non-Elective 401(k) Contributions Work?

Sometimes called “profit-sharing plans,” non-elective 401(k)s can be a powerful tool for small businesses to retain good employees, reduce taxes, and help business owners prepare for their own retirement. 

401(k) Compliance: What You Need to Know

To ensure fairness, the ERISA regulations specify best practices in establishing a 401(k) plan. Each 401(k) plan is required to perform annual nondiscrimination tests, and report on the details of the plan operation.

Why a Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan?

When it comes to selecting a 401(k) plan, you may not know where to start. You may be confused by the options, and do not know what questions to ask.