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401(k) Nonelective Contributions Explained: Safe Harbor, Profit Sharing, and QNECs

401(k) Nonelective Contributions Explained: Safe Harbor, Profit Sharing, and QNECs

By: Eric Droblyen

June 3rd 2025

Learn about 401(k) nonelective contributions—safe harbor, profit sharing, and QNECs—and how they benefit employers and employees.
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401(k) Matching Contributions – What Employers Need to Know

401(k) Matching Contributions – What Employers Need to Know

By: Eric Droblyen

May 20th 2025

Explore 401(k) match types, safe harbor rules, Roth match options, and true-ups to design a plan that fits your business goals and budget.
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401(k) Catch-Up Contributions: Key Updates for 2025 and 2026

401(k) Catch-Up Contributions: Key Updates for 2025 and 2026

By: Eric Droblyen

January 28th 2025

The SECURE 2.0 updates to 401(k) catch-up contributions are straightforward but will require some planning to implement properly.
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Roth Matching and Nonelective Contributions – What Employers Need to Know

Roth Matching and Nonelective Contributions – What Employers Need to Know

By: Eric Droblyen

February 13th 2024

Roth matching and nonelective contributions will be available to 401(k) plans soon. Here’s what employers need to know to decide if they are right for their plan.
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401(k) Contribution Deductibility - What Employers Need to Know

401(k) Contribution Deductibility - What Employers Need to Know

By: Brian Furgala

August 15th 2023

Understanding the deduction rules for 401(k) plan contributions can significantly reduce your business’s tax liability. These rules boil down to limits and timing.
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Roth 401(k) Contributions — Answers to Common Questions

Roth 401(k) Contributions — Answers to Common Questions

By: Brian Furgala

May 9th 2023

Historically, low income tax rates make Roth 401(k) contributions more affordable than ever. This FAQ can help you decide if they are right for you.
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Voluntary Contributions - Probably Not a Fit for Your 401(k) Plan

Voluntary Contributions - Probably Not a Fit for Your 401(k) Plan

By: Eric Droblyen

July 1st 2021

Voluntary 401(k) contributions are after-tax employee contributions like Roth deferrals, but subject to different ERISA rules.
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401(k) Contribution Limits - What You Need to Know

401(k) Contribution Limits - What You Need to Know

By: Eric Droblyen

July 1st 2021

Discover the 2024 401(k) contribution limits for employees and employers. Learn about IRS-defined limits, catch-up contributions, and ADP/ACP test limits for HCEs.
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401(k) Contribution Deadlines – You Don’t Want to Miss Them!

401(k) Contribution Deadlines – You Don’t Want to Miss Them!

By: Eric Droblyen

January 9th 2019

When 401(k) contributions - employee or employer - are deposited late, there are consequences for employers. With some education, they are easily avoided.
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Are Profit Sharing Contributions Right for Your 401(k) Plan?

Are Profit Sharing Contributions Right for Your 401(k) Plan?

By: Eric Droblyen

January 10th 2018

Pro rata, permitted disparity, and new comparability are types of 401k profit sharing contributions. Employers should know if they’re right for their plan.
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