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Pooled Employer Plan vs. Standalone 401(k)

Our Pooled Employer Plan gives you a professionally managed retirement plan with far less administrative work than a standalone 401(k), plus dedicated support for your business and employees.

What is a PEP?

A PEP allows multiple employers to participate in a single, professionally managed retirement plan managed by a Pooled Plan Provider (PPP).

Pooled Employer Plan
Standalone 401(k)
Who is eligible?
Ideal for businesses with
100+ plan participants
Businesses
of any size
Who is the plan sponsor?
Pooled Plan Provider
You
How customizable is the investment lineup?
Standardized
Customized
How customizable is the plan design?
Customized
Customized
Who handles most fiduciary responsibilities?
Pooled Plan Provider
You
Who is responsible for the annual audit?
Pooled Plan Provider
You
Who pays for the annual audit?
Your fee is capped at $500
You
Who takes care of ongoing fiduciary filings and tasks?
Pooled Plan Provider
You
How are plan costs handled?
Costs are split among
adopting employers
You pay all costs
Who has investment oversight?
Fisher\SMB
Fisher\SMB
Who handles employee support?
Fisher\SMB
Fisher\SMB

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pooled Employer Plans

Explore answers to common Pooled Employer Plan (PEP) questions, including administration, audit costs, fiduciary responsibilities, plan features, and employer obligations.

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Pooled Employer Plans: An Easier Way to 401(k)

Simplify retirement plan management with the Fisher\SMB Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). Reduce administration, audit costs, fiduciary responsibilities, and time spent managing your 401(k). Visit the webpage to learn more.

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