1) The good news to come from 401(k) plans was the CARES act. The provisions allowed individuals to access their retirement accounts for COVID-related expenses or hardships without harsh penalties and an overload on taxes. Please keep in mind that if you had to invade your retirement account to survive, you could spread the taxes over three years. You are also able to repay it to your 401(k) over that same three-year period and avoid taxes altogether.
2) There is a misconception that 401(k) plans are too expensive for many small businesses to implement. The opposite is true. These plans are perfect for small businesses and will fit into any budget.
3) Did you know there’s a tax credit available to companies that start a new 401(k) plan? That’s right, a tax credit – not a tax deduction. Let Uncle Sam pay for the cost of setting up a plan for you and your employees. This deduction can be taken for the first three years of the plan and can include the setup costs and costs associated with educating your employees about the plan.
4) The amount of 401(k) contribution limits remain unchanged for 2021. For those individuals under age 50, that limit is $19,500, and for over age 50, an additional $6,500.
We have successfully saved thousands of dollars for 401(k) Plan Sponsors and their employees simply by reviewing their current plans. Many things have changed over the last several years, which have driven down the costs considerably to these plans, but you have to be proactive by having your plan reviewed.
Let us help you review your plan and determine if your costs align with the current marketplace.
Please contact us at 716-633-1515 to schedule your free review whether you are looking to set up a new plan or review your existing plan. We look forward to working with you.
“Securities offered through Peak Brokerage Services, LLC. Member FINRA /SIPC , Advisory services offered through Independent Solutions Wealth Management LLC., an SEC Registered Investment Adviser.
The Financial Guys and Independent Solutions Wealth Management LLC. are not affiliates of Peak Brokerage Services, LLC.”
Share this post
The Correctional Officer Strike & How NYS Failed Its Public Servants
On February 17th, thousands of Correctional Officers from facilities across New York State went on strike, protesting unsafe working conditions. What followed was a stark example of failed leadership by state Democrats — a failure to protect public servants, to honor contractually mandated workplace safety, and to grasp the challenges officers have faced since the HALT Act took effect.
Why Extending Trump’s TCJA Matters: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. Tax Policy
When President Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) into law it fundamentally reshaped the U.S. tax system, delivering lower rates for individuals and businesses, spurring economic growth, and making American companies more competitive globally. Congress faces a critical decision: extend these tax cuts and continue fueling economic prosperity, or allow them to lapse, raising taxes on millions of families and businesses.
Smart Tax Moves for 2025: Income Tax Planning & Strategy Guide
With tax season well on its way, now is the perfect time to start planning. In this guide, we’ll break down tax planning and income tax strategies, explaining how they can help you maximize deductions and reduce your tax bill this year.
