How can you maximize your business potential? In this episode of the Small Business Tax Savings Podcast, Mike welcomes Matt Ruttenberg. Matt provides an overview of the different plans available and how they can benefit both employers and employees.  Matt covers topics such as the different types of deferred compensation plans, the bonus 162 plan, and life insurance retirement plans. Tune in now and hear Matt discusses how a better understanding of the different non-qualified retirement options available and when it makes sense for you to use them! [00:22] Discover Non-Qualified Retirement Options Today’s topic is, “Unlock Your Business Potential: Exploring Non-Qualified Retirement Plans!”Non-qualified retirement options remove the tax benefits and rules associated with qualified plansDeferred compensation is the most restrictive type of non-qualified plan[04:48] Unlocking The Benefits Of A Bonus 162 Plan A deferred compensation plan is a way to bonus employees at retirementThe Bonus 162 Plan is an executive bonus plan that uses only a life insurance platformRestrictions for targeting key employeesThe plan mimics a vesting schedule and the taxes are wiped out when the employee takes over the policy[10:22] Exploring Retirement Plan Options The employer pays taxes on any bonuses given to the employee in that yearThe cash value of the policy grows tax deferred and mimics a ROTH when taking money outLife insurance policies have their place, but they are oftentimes oversoldEvery person is different and there are different solutions available[15:25] Closing Segment Matt provides his insights to listeners to have a better understanding of the different non-qualified retirement options available to business owners!Final Words Key Quotes “When you remove the qualified stamp from a plan, it removes a lot of the rules that go with it, not only from you as an individual, but you from an employer. So, you don't have to offer it to employees. There are no limits on contributions.” – Mike Jesowshek, CPA ______ Podcast Host: Mike Jesowshek, CPA - Founder and Host of Small Business Tax Savings Podcast Join Our Tax Minimization Program: https://www.taxsavingspodcast.com/tax IncSight Packages: https://incsight.net/pricing/ Book an Initial Consultation: https://app.simplymeet.me/o/incsight/sale ------- Podcast Website: https://www.TaxSavingsPodcast.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/taxsavings/ -------- To find out more on this topic and many others visit our website at www.TaxSavingsPodcast.com. You can also give us a call at 844-327-9272 or send your questions to us at: [email protected]