
401(k) & Employer
Retirement Plans
Offer your employees a competitive retirement plan. We help Winchester, VA business owners design, implement, and manage employer-sponsored plans.
A Retirement Plan They’ll Actually Value
A strong retirement plan isn’t just a benefit — it’s a recruiting and retention tool. At Water Street Financial, we help Winchester, VA business owners design plans that attract talent, reduce taxes, and build loyalty.
Whether setting up your first 401(k), upgrading an existing plan, or exploring SIMPLE IRAs and SEP options, our team handles the complexity.
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What We Help You Plan For
401(k) Plans
The gold standard. We design plans with the right matching structure, investment lineup, and admin setup.
We also offer Roth 401(k) and profit-sharing features.
What We Cover
✓ Investment lineup selection
✓ Match structuring
✓ Roth 401(k) options
✓ Compliance & fiduciary
SIMPLE IRA
For smaller businesses under 100 employees. Straightforward, low-cost retirement benefits.
We help you understand contribution limits and matching requirements.
What We Cover
✓ Matching guidance
✓ Investment selection
✓ Employee education
✓ Ongoing review
SEP IRA
Ideal for self-employed and small business owners. High contribution limits, minimal overhead.
For sole proprietors and consultants, often the simplest path to significant tax-deferred savings.
What We Cover
✓ Tax deduction optimization
✓ Investment management
✓ Minimal paperwork
✓ Annual review
Ongoing Plan Management
Setup is just the beginning. We provide fiduciary oversight, monitoring, and employee education.
Our team acts as your plan advisor, handling the investment committee responsibilities.
What We Cover
✓ Fee benchmarking
✓ Employee enrollment
✓ Fiduciary documentation
✓ Compliance monitoring
Retirement Plans That Work for Everyone
Select your situation to see how employer retirement plans apply to you.
401(k) Plans for Business Owners
The right plan design attracts talent, reduces your tax bill, and lets you shelter more income than almost any other vehicle. We design plans that balance your goals as an owner with real value for your employees.
Safe harbor, profit sharing, and Roth options give you flexibility. We walk you through every choice.
What We Help You With
Making the Most of Your 401(k)
Your employer's 401(k) is likely the most powerful wealth-building tool you have access to. Most employees leave money on the table by not maximizing their match, choosing the wrong investments, or ignoring Roth options.
We review your plan options and help you make smart decisions with what's available.
What We Help You With
TSP Optimization
The Thrift Savings Plan is one of the best retirement plans anywhere. But fund selection, contribution type, and withdrawal strategy all matter. We optimize every piece of your TSP to match your retirement timeline.
Whether you should be in L Funds or individual funds depends on your specific situation. We model it.
What We Help You With
401(k) Rollover Guidance
Leaving a job or retiring means deciding what to do with your old 401(k). Leave it, roll to new employer, roll to IRA, or cash out. Each option has different tax implications, investment choices, and flexibility.
We model all options side by side so you can make the right decision for your situation.
What We Help You With
401(k) & Retirement Plans Winchester, VA Questions
Costs vary by plan size. Many plans qualify for tax credits that offset setup costs.
For 401(k), matching is optional but recommended. For SIMPLE IRAs, a match or non-elective contribution is required.
As plan sponsor, you must act in participants' best interest. We help you meet these requirements.
Yes. We handle the entire conversion process to make the switch seamless.