Retirement Basics: What Is A 457(b)?
KXLY February 9, 2021 7:36 AM Miranda Marquit - Forbes Advisor Posted: Updated: February 11, 2021 4:27 AM A 457(b) is a type of tax-advantaged retirement plan for state and local government employees, as well as employees of certain non-profit organizations. While the 457(b) shares a few features with the more familiar 401(k) plan, it also has some unusual features. Here’s what you need to know. What Is a 457(b)? A 457(b) is a tax-advantaged retirement plan primarily for civil servants, municipal employees, law enforcement officers and public safety personnel. In addition, executi...