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Key Differences Deferred compensation plans tend to offer better investment options than most 401(k) plans, but are at a disadvantage regarding liquidity. Typically, deferred compensation funds cannot be accessed, for any reason, before the specified distribution date.

Any retirement benefit, payment of which is delayed, e.g., until a person reaches normal pensionable age. Most often used to refer to pensions payable at retirement age which accrue to a scheme member on leaving service before retirement.

Deferred compensation plans don't have required minimum distributions, either. Based upon your plan options, generally, you may choose 1 of 2 ways to receive your deferred compensation: as a lump-sum payment or in installments.

Deferred compensation plans tend to offer better investment options than most 401(k) plans, but are at a disadvantage regarding liquidity. Typically, deferred compensation funds cannot be accessed, for any reason, before the specified distribution date.

There are two types of deferred compensation plans: non-qualified and qualified. Non-qualified deferred compensation plans are also referred to as Section 409A or NQDC plans. Deferred compensation plans are not required for all employees.

One easy way to increase your retirement savings is to contribute a percentage of your income to your Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) account. Consider saving between 7% and 10% of your salary. The DCP makes it easy for you to save a percentage of your income through the percent-of-pay feature.

NQDC plans allow employees to make up for limitations placed on qualified plans. NQDC plans allow for great flexibility in design and help employers recruit, retain, reward and retire top talent. NQDC plans can also motivate the executive's job performance.