Definitions for "Qualified Retirement Plan"
Keywords:  keogh, retire, irs, deferred, ira
A retirement plan that qualifies for special tax treatment. Examples include IRAs and 401(k)s.
A plan sponsored by an employer to provide retirement benefits for employees who meet certain regulatory requirements. The employer may deduct contributions to the plan and the employees do not include benefits in their taxable income until received, usually after they retire. See Defined-benefit plan and Defined-contribution plan.
An employer-sponsored plan that meets IRS requirements for certain tax advantages.