401 (k) Plan I 702s Plan
"Let's review the differences between the two."
Benefits I Features of the plans 401(k) Plan I 702s Plan
Lifetime Tax-Free Distribution No Yes
Unlimited Contributions No Yes
Protection from Stock Market Declines No Yes
Access to Distribution After 59.5 After year 1
Living Benefits No Yes
Estate Benefit No Yes
Income tax due upon distribution Yes No
Loans must be paid back within 5 years Yes At death
Early Distribution penalty Yes No
Annual gains locked in No Yes
Provides Safety of Principal No Yes
Wealth Transfer to heirs tax-free No Yes
The plan is portable take it whereever you go No Yes
Employer Contributions Allowed Yes Yes
The 401(k) plan was introduced in 1978 as part of the U.S. Revenue Act, providing a way for employees to contribute pre-tax income toward retirement savings, often with employer matching.
In contrast, the 702s Plan was introduced in 2023 by William H. Steiner. This plan modernizes previous versions of similar insurance-based strategies, which have been in existence since the early 1900s, offering tax advantages and wealth-building opportunities within a life insurance framework.
While the 401(k) is widely known as a retirement savings vehicle, the 702s Plan combines elements of insurance and investment, providing a broader wealth management strategy.