If you’re looking for a tax break this year, there’s still time to open a Solo 401(K). But do your research and seek experts to help you understand the plan, how to manage your account without the need for a custodian which amounts to extra fees, and how to transfer your existing new plan. You’ll find the options for investing and maximizing your contributions are plentiful but the clock’s ticking—you only have until December 31st to open one for 2009.

1. Presence of self employment activity – This can be as a sole proprietor or more formally organized as a Corporation, Partnership, or LLC. It’s okay to also be employed elsewhere even if that is your full time job and you participate in a 401k there.
2. Absence of full time employees – To meet this requirement you cannot have full time employees at a business that you own. Part time employees (those who work under 1000 hours per year) and independent contractors (those who receive a 1099 rather than a W-2 at the end of the year) are okay to employ.

If you meet this requirement, you are likely to qualify for a Solo 401k. For a free consultation, call us at 877-SOLO-401K.

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