All Episodes

February 11, 2025 16 mins

Is your business capitalizing on SECURE 2.0? On this episode of THRIVE, Gene sits down with Zachary Keep, Manager of Risk Compliance at Paychex, to unpack the game-changing potential of SECURE 2.0. From tax credits that make setting up a 401(k) basically free to the introduction of auto-enrollment, this legislation is transforming how small businesses attract and retain employees. Zach breaks down how these key provisions can make a lasting difference for your employees — and your bottom line.

Topics include: 00:00 – Episode preview and welcome 01:12 – What is SECURE Act 2.0? 02:45 – SECURE 2.0 incentives for employers 03:12 – Tax credits for new retirement plans 05:22 – Matching contribution incentive structure 06:42 – New auto-enrollment rules 07:58 – Automatic escalation explained 09:31 – Rothification of catch-up contributions 11:51 – State mandated retirement plans 14:21 – SECURE 2.0 key takeaways 15:14 – Wrap up and thank you

12 retirement trends you need to know for 2025: https://bit.ly/3WVT3DD

More regulatory changes every business should prepare for this year: https://bit.ly/4gfFWE6

DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Dateline NBC

Dateline NBC

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.