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Individual 401(k) Featuring Vanguard Investments

An Individual 401(k) is a retirement plan for owner‑only businesses that offers higher savings potential, access to low-cost Vanguard mutual funds, and simple plan management.


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Eligibility requirements

The Ascensus Individual 401(k) featuring Vanguard investments is available for:

Self-employed individuals

Sole proprietors and business owners

with no employees other than a spouse

Partnerships with only owner partners

C corporations, S corporations, and limited liability companies (LLCs)

with no employees

Contribution limits and highlights

It’s an owner-only retirement plan that gives you the savings power of a 401(k), without making things complicated. This plan allows both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) contributions.

Highlights include:

  • Higher savings limits by contributing as both employee and employer

  • Tax-advantaged savings that may help lower your tax bill

  • Access to low-cost Vanguard investment options

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Exclusively Vanguard funds


With the Ascensus Individual(k) featuring Vanguard investments, you can choose from a variety of Vanguard mutual funds.

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Essentials Individual(k)

$0 annual fee

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Employee fees

Quarterly recordkeeping fee $20 per participant
Annual custodial and trading fee 0.03%

Fees are shown in annual terms but are deducted quarterly, assed on the first $100,000 of assets. Pricing subject to change.

How to set up an Individual(k) featuring Vanguard Investments

Getting started is easy with our online plan setup experience. We’ll guide you through the next steps to set up your Individual(k).

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