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Once retired, how much annual salary do you require to live the lifestyle you desire?
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Enter your current age. This helps determine how many years you have until retirement.
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Enter the age you plan to retire. The majority of American workers retire at age 65+
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How much salary will you earn in 2025?
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What % of your salary are you currently contributing to a 401(k) plan?
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Does your employer offering matching? If so, enter the % they currently match at.
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Example: 50% contributions matched, capped at 5% of salary
Example: The first 3% of salary is 100% matched and an additional 2% is matched at 50%.

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Safe Harbor vs. Traditional 401(k) Plans: Choosing The Right Plan For Your Business

Safe Harbor plans simplify compliance by requiring mandatory contributions and immediate vesting, ideal for high contributions and low admin effort. Traditional 401(k) plans offer flexibility in contributions and vesting but come with compliance testing and greater administrative demands.

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What Happens to Your 401(k) When You Change Jobs?

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401(k) Plan Testing Explained: ADP, ACP, and Top-Heavy Rules

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How to Improve 401(k) Participation Rates Among Employees

Advanced 401(k) Strategies & Special Topics

401(k) Auto-Enrollment and Auto-Escalation: Should Your Plan Include Them?

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