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Nevada Retirement Mandate: Nevada NEST

Nevada NEST (Nevada Employee Savings Trust) is launching for employers with 100+ employees. Las Vegas and Reno area businesses should act now before enforcement begins.

Nevada Employee Savings TrustCOMING SOON
State program
100+ employees
Employee threshold
Penalty not yet set
Non-compliance penalty
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What does Nevada actually require?

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// state plan vs your own

You can comply two ways. Only one builds anything.

The state auto-IRA

Compliance, nothing else
  • No employer match allowed
  • Low Roth-IRA contribution limits
  • One-size-fits-all investments
  • No tax credits for your business
RECOMMENDED

Your own 401(k)

Compliant — and working for you
  • Match if and when you want
  • Far higher contribution limits
  • SECURE 2.0 credits offset setup
  • A real recruiting & retention perk
// frequently asked

Asked by employers here.

What is Nevada NEST?

NEST (Nevada Employee Savings Trust) is Nevada's forthcoming state-mandated retirement savings program for employers with 100+ employees.

When does Nevada NEST start?

Deadlines are expected in 2025-2026. Las Vegas-area employers should begin evaluating private plan options immediately.

How do Nevada businesses prepare for NEST?

Set up a 401(k) or IRA-based plan now. SECURE 2.0 Act credits can make this essentially free for small businesses.

// local guides

Nevada guides by city.

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