Self-Employed Retirement Plans

Self-Employed Retirement Plan Options
Once you obtain status as a newly profitably self-employed individual, it's time to research the various types of retirement plans available to you as a business owner.

SEP IRA Contribution Limits for 2013
Find out how much you can contribute to a SEP IRA in 2013.

Solo 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2013
Small-business or solo-business owners who want the benefits of a 401(k) for their business may want to consider an individual or solo 401(k). Find out the solo 401(k) contribution limits for 2013.

Solo 401(k) Contribution Limits for 2013
Small-business or solo-business owners who want the benefits of a 401(k) for their business may want to consider an individual or solo 401(k). Find out the solo 401(k) contribution limits for 2013.

What Is a Keogh?
A Keogh is one retirement plan option for self-employed individuals.

Self-Employed Retirement Planning: SIMPLE-IRAs
Learn the in's and out's of the SIMPLE IRA, another self-employed retirement plan worthy of your consideration.

What Is a Catch-Up Contribution?
If you are age 50 or older, you can stash a little bit more away each year in your retirement account. It's called a catch-up contribution. Here's how it works.

SEP-IRAs
Simplified Employer Pensions Plans (frequently referred to as SEP-IRAs) are attractive retirement plan options for the self-employed. From high contribution limits to minimal record-keeping requirements, learn about the benefits of a SEP-IRA.

SIMPLE IRAs
A SIMPLE IRA is an easy-to-implement retirement plan for self-employed individuals. Since, like the other retirement plans, there are relative advantages and disadvantages of using a SIMPLE IRA, make sure you understand the nuances. Here's a good place to start.

Keogh Plans
Self-employed individuals have numerous retirement planning options. While some Keogh plans can be complicated, there are many that are easy to arrange. Find out if there's a Keogh that's right for you and your business.