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A Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) Plan offers self-employed or any size employer a flexible and convenient way to save.
Employer: Discretionary, up to 25% of compensation up to $56,000*; whichever is less, always 100% vested
Employee: Not allowed
* Limits listed are for 2019. The IRS sets limits annually.
Deadline to establish: Employer's tax deadline plus any extensions
Eligible Employers:
Participant Custodial Fees: Waived if investments total $10,000 or more; $15 annual per fund if less than $10,000
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Complete the steps below to establish your plan. Call 1-800-345-3533 if you have questions or need help.
Step 1: Review the SEP Plan Basic Plan Document , and keep a copy for your records.
Step 2: Complete the SEP Plan Adoption Agreement* . Retain the original for your records and return a copy to us to establish your plan.
By Fax: 1-888-327-1997
By Mail: American Century Investments PO Box 419385 Kansas City, MO 64141-6385
* Read About the SEP Plan for information and step-by-step instructions for completing the SEP Plan Adoption Agreement.
Step 3: Complete the SEP Summary for Employees based on the options you chose in the SEP Plan Adoption Agreement and provide a copy to all eligible employees along with the SEP Plan Employee Information sheet.
Step 4: Direct employees to the online SEP IRA Application to open their account.
Step 5: Review our Purchase Guidelines and submit contributions.
Call us to speak to a Business & Retirement Specialist.
1 Contributions may only be based on the first $280,000 of compensation, as adjusted.
IRS Circular 230 Disclosure: American Century Companies, Inc. and its affiliates do not provide tax advice. Accordingly, any discussion of U.S. tax matters contained herein (including any attachments) is not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, in connection with the promotion, marketing or recommendation by anyone unaffiliated with American Century Companies, Inc. of any of the matters addressed herein or for the purpose of avoiding U.S. tax-related penalties.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as tax advice. Please consult your tax advisor for more detailed information or for advice regarding your individual situation.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a personalized recommendation or fiduciary advice. There are different options available for your retirement plan investments. You should consider all options before making a decision. Our representatives can help you evaluate all of your distribution options.
Diversification does not assure a profit nor does it protect against loss of principal.