Get a retirement plan that’s right for your business

Small-business owners have unique needs when it comes to saving for their retirement and helping their employees. 

Vanguard has transferred existing Individual 401(k), SIMPLE IRA, and SEP-IRA plans with multiple participants to Ascensus. If you're just getting started, those plans can be established directly with Ascensus. Vanguard will continue to offer a one-person SEP-IRA.

Consider small-business retirement plans

 

VANGUARD
SEP-IRA
(One person)

The SEP-IRA (Simplified Employee Pension) is the simplest option for small-business owners. Looking to open a SEP-IRA for only one person? We’ve got you covered.

View the Vanguard SEP-IRA

 

ASCENSUS
Individual(k)

An Individual(k)—also known as Individual 401(k)—maximizes retirement savings if you're self-employed or a business owner with no employees other than your spouse. Ascensus also offers a Roth option.

View the Ascensus Individual(k)

 

ASCENSUS
SIMPLE IRA

A SIMPLE IRA (Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees) is a great starter plan that encourages employees to contribute to their retirement.

View the Ascensus SIMPLE IRA

 

ASCENSUS
SEP IRA
(Multiple participants)

Ascensus offers a multi-participant SEP IRA that can support a business that employs others and provides access to a diverse lineup of Vanguard mutual funds.

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Get to know retirement plans for small businesses. Try our interactive tool to see which plan may be best for you and your business.

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An experienced provider to meet your needs

As we focus on areas where we can provide the highest value, we want to be sure your small-business plan thrives. Ascensus was founded more than 40 years ago with a singular purpose—to help people save for what matters. As an industry leader, they provide versatile capabilities, insights, and experience to meet your plan’s needs.

Industry leadership

As a leading provider of tax-advantaged savings and retirement solutions, you’ll benefit from Ascensus’s extensive retirement experience through all stages of your financial journey.

Expertise

Ascensus’s market insights and educational resources—along with dedicated professionals serving small-business plans—will provide support for your personal and business success.

Technology

Delivering streamlined digital experiences with the needs of small businesses in mind, Ascensus's platforms are designed to provide flexibility, scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.

Vanguard funds

You'll have access to a diverse lineup of Vanguard mutual funds within your retirement account at Ascensus.

Ready to get started?

You can open a SEP-IRA at Vanguard if there is only one person. Give us a call so we can help you get started with your plan.

855-490-4668

Open a Vanguard SEP-IRA

Other plan types for small business owners can be opened directly through Ascensus. Visit their website to learn more.

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