Alliance Benefit Group of Houston

Alliance Benefit Group of Houston One of the fastest growing retirement plan, pension administration and record keeping firms in Texas.

Tempted to start a 401(k) plan for your employees? Before you jump in, make sure you know what you’re signing up for - a...
10/23/2025

Tempted to start a 401(k) plan for your employees? Before you jump in, make sure you know what you’re signing up for - and how new tax credits could make it easier than ever.

All the cool kids are getting tattoos. Tempted? Maybe you’ve already taken the plunge. Setting up a new 401(k) plan can feel surprisingly similar—everyone’s doing it, but it can be pricey, it takes time, it’s semi-permanent, and if you hire the wrong “artist”… look out! But here’s th...

Starting in January certain employees will be required to select a Roth option if they want to contribute to their 401(k...
06/30/2025

Starting in January certain employees will be required to select a Roth option if they want to contribute to their 401(k), 401(b) or 457 plan.

Congress has to manage conflicting needs when trying to legislate and often this struggle ends with new challenges for taxpayers – both employers and employees. When crafting SECURE 2.0 they were trying to balance the need for current tax revenue with the need to increase the retirement readiness ...

All the government incentives to employers to set up new plans do not mean those plans will be successful; however, a QA...
05/31/2025

All the government incentives to employers to set up new plans do not mean those plans will be successful; however, a QACA Safe-Harbor might.

The government really, really, really wants small employers to set up a 401(k) plan for their employees. They have provided tax credits to help cover administrative expenses of up to $5,500 for new plans with under 100 eligible employees who offer an Eligible Automatic Enrollment Arrangement (EACA)....

There is something special available for a select group of Plan Participants to help them better prepare for retirement.
04/17/2025

There is something special available for a select group of Plan Participants to help them better prepare for retirement.

The Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001 (EGTRRA) created the catch-up provision, allowing eligible participants to set aside more in contributions to their retirement plans. Employees age 50 and older are Catch-up eligible increasing their maximum deferral limit of $23,500 for....

We’ve discussed the potential benefits of matching student loan payments. Today we look at the challenges that go with i...
02/27/2025

We’ve discussed the potential benefits of matching student loan payments. Today we look at the challenges that go with it.

One of the provisions of Secure 2.0 allows Plan Sponsors to match Qualified Student Loan Payments (QSLPs). Previously we looked at the potential benefits of utilizing this provision. But there is an old saying “nothing in life is free.” Keeping in mind that utilizing this provision is completely...

Matching student loan payments could be a tool in avoiding Safe-Harbor. Isn’t it worth a look?
02/06/2025

Matching student loan payments could be a tool in avoiding Safe-Harbor. Isn’t it worth a look?

One of the provisions of Secure 2.0 allows Plan Sponsors to match Qualified Student Loan Payments (QSLPs). Plan Sponsors often seek to maximize contributions that owners and other key personnel can make to their plans, while minimizing total employer costs. So why would they ever consider adding mat...

Reduce employer costs and increase employees’ retirement balances (which gives the advisor a raise without selling anyth...
01/22/2025

Reduce employer costs and increase employees’ retirement balances (which gives the advisor a raise without selling anything new). Employer/Employee/Advisor - Win/Win/Win.

Many companies will be forced to give raises in 2025. In these post-COVID, high times many companies are struggling with employee retention and/or increased employee cost causing pricing pressures on their goods or services. A great idea to solve both problems is to consider converting part of your....

Do you have a Solo(k)? Interesting news about enforcement. Want your Solo(k) checked to make sure it's being done right?...
04/13/2021

Do you have a Solo(k)? Interesting news about enforcement. Want your Solo(k) checked to make sure it's being done right? We're here to help.

If your business sponsors a “solo 401(k)” plan, it may be in the crosshairs of the Internal Revenue Service.  The Service’s TE/GE (Tax Exempt and Government Entities) division has identified o…

Having "best in class" for your recordkeeper, Third Party Administrator and payroll company gives you a best in class 40...
03/17/2021

Having "best in class" for your recordkeeper, Third Party Administrator and payroll company gives you a best in class 401(k) plan. You don't add your dirty clothes in on top of your dirty dishes. You don't risk your clothes, why risk your 401(k)?

We’re taking a moment to recognize and thank our amazing Associates! Because of them, Paycor was named a 2021 Top Workplace in the USA. Click here to learn... 10 comments on LinkedIn

Having "best in class" for your Third Party Administrator and recordkeeper is important, but having the right payroll pr...
03/17/2021

Having "best in class" for your Third Party Administrator and recordkeeper is important, but having the right payroll provider to act as the interface to integrate it is the final, critical step. You don't load your dishwasher, then put your clothes in on top of the dishes because it is "more efficient." If you won't risk your clothes, why would you risk your 401(k) plan?

DHS Relaxes In-Person I-9 Inspection Requirements https://hubs.li/H0wP4z40...

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Houston, TX

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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