When it comes to employee benefits, retirement plans rank second only to health insurance. This is a widely acknowledged fact, and small business owners are no exception in recognizing the allure of retirement plan packages in attracting and retaining quality employees. However, many of them also share a common concern – the perceived high costs and administrative complexities associated with setting up retirement savings plans for their workforce.

Enter the SECURE Act 2.0, a significant legislative development that transpired in December 2022. This legislation has revolutionized the landscape for small business owners, making it easier and more cost-effective than ever to provide retirement benefits to their employees. The key to this transformation lies in the tax credit provisions embedded within the SECURE Act 2.0, rendering it nearly cost-free for small businesses to establish retirement plans for their valued workforce.

By harnessing the tax benefits offered by the SECURE Act and the services provided by Total Payroll Management, small business owners can effortlessly and affordably assist their employees in realizing their retirement aspirations while reaping tax savings in the process.

Offering a 401(k) plan to your employees is not financially out of reach; the times have indeed changed. The SECURE Act 2.0 is particularly advantageous for small business employers with fewer than 50 employees.

Exploring Retirement Plan Options

Understanding the array of retirement plan options is key for small business owners looking to maximize the savings opportunities facilitated by the SECURE Act 2.0.

Employer-sponsored 401(k) plans have garnered popularity for their flexible design and the capacity to facilitate more substantial savings compared to other retirement plans like IRAs, as per McDonald’s insights.

Sure401k plans include:

1. Solo 401(k): Ideal for sole proprietors or shared ownership structures, this plan enables owner-only and family-only businesses to make maximum allowable contributions to their small business retirement plan. It also offers access to accumulated balances through a loan feature.

2. Traditional 401(k): This plan offers maximum flexibility in plan design, allowing employees to save for their retirement through payroll-deducted contributions. Employers can also choose to make additional contributions to their employees’ 401(k) retirement accounts.

3. Safe Harbor 401(k): Designed with a pre-set employee matching and vesting schedule, this plan provides maximum funding and savings opportunities for companies with one to 25 employees. It delivers benefits to both the employees and the business owners.

Small business employers looking to support their employees in securing their financial future now have an accessible avenue to start a 401(k) plan for their business. Total Payroll Management is well-equipped to guide you through the process of setting up a tailored plan that aligns with your specific business needs.