Start saving right away — enjoy $0 base fee for 12 months

Elevate your benefits with our limited-time offer — open a Guideline 401(k) by June 30, 2024, and get 12 months with a $0 base fee.

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See why 25,000+ Gusto customers trust Guideline

Gusto and Guideline’s seamless integration means 401(k) contributions are automatically deducted each pay run. All Guideline plans include compliance testing, IRS filings, fiduciary services, and more — helping to reduce your 401(k) busywork.

  • 93% customer satisfaction score

  • Custom integration built with Gusto

  • 4-business hour response time

Priced to help you save more

  • Starter
    Offer
    $39
    $0
    / month
    + $4/mo per active participant

    A simplified 401(k) with limited features and easy administration.

    • $6,000 employee contribution limit

    • No employer contributions

    • Exempt from IRS testing

  • Core
    Offer
    $89
    $0
    / month
    + $8/mo per active participant fee

    Our most popular 401(k) with robust features and more plan design options.

    • $23,000 employee contribution limit

    • Safe Harbor or Traditional 401(k)

    • Features like employer contributions and profit sharing

  • Enterprise
    Offer
    $149
    $0
    / month
    + active participant fee

    Our most custom 401(k) with exclusive pricing options and premium support.

    • $23,000 employee contribution limit

    • Exclusive pricing options

    • Premium support for plan admin and employees

    • Access to Participant Perks

    • Support for 401(k) plan transfers

With no transaction fees, you won’t have to pay extra for plan setup, plan transfers, or 5500 prep.

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