Retirement Programs for small businesses: Free to the employer

What if I want to offer an employer-sponsored retirement program but don't want to contribute?

There may be a number of reasons why you want to offer employee retirement accounts but don’t want to contribute.

  1. You may be a small business with little to no budget for this expense

  2. You may already contribute to insurance or other benefits for employees and can’t add on another bill

  3. You may simply want to offer a retirement program but don’t want to be obligated to contribute

Alternative to a 401(k)

At Apex Benefit Group, we offer alternative retirement plans that may better suit your needs as a small business owner and as your business grows. Attract prospective employees, and retain those currently employed. Implement a retirement plan for your employees now through Apex Benefit Group (free to you), and watch your business grow. The retirement account can be implemented as a voluntary option for employees with no risk to the employer.

3 reasons you may want to implement a no-risk retirement program at your company:

1. NO COST TO EMPLOYER

  • No setup costs

  • No administrative fees

  • Secure investment (employees will never lose a penny)

2. NO PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

  • No minimum participation, no matter how small or large of a company

  • Completely voluntary - individuals decide if they want to participate

  • No ERISA requirements

  • Year-round enrollment available

3. NO EMPLOYER LIABILITY

  • Employees choose their own investment options

  • Individual/employee-owned accounts

According to new legislation in many states, small business owners who do not have an employer-sponsored retirement plan must provide one. This can be adopted from their state or an alternative workplace arrangement plan can be adopted if that better suits the needs of the employer and employees. In an environment that is equally challenging to attract and retain high-quality talent, a small business owner’s choice to offer an employee-focused retirement plan may be a prospective employee’s deciding factor.

Choosing to work with Apex Benefit Group to implement a retirement program at your company may be a wise decision for you to attract and retain employees and watch your business grow, at no cost to you.

This information is intended for information purposes only. Any reader understands that Apex Benefit Group is not providing legal advice, tax advice, or professional services. This article serves to offer practical information regarding the subject matter and is not a comprehensive resource.


If you would like to discuss your retirement options with a specialist, please contact us today.


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