Built for First Responders & 1099 Earners
You Serve Others in need! Why Is Your Retirement Still Controlled By Someone Else?
The Survival Solo 401(k) gives first responders the ability to take control of their retirement and reduce taxes on side income while gaining full checkbook control. Instead of relying only on pensions or limited department plans, you can direct your retirement savings into investments you understand and choose, whether that’s real estate, private lending, or other opportunities beyond traditional mutual funds.
More tax savings. Greater control. Real wealth building.
Built for First Responders & 1099 Earners
You Serve Others in need! Why Is Your Retirement Still Controlled By Someone Else?
The Survival Solo 401(k) gives first responders the ability to take control of their retirement and reduce taxes on side income while gaining full checkbook control. Instead of relying only on pensions or limited department plans, you can direct your retirement savings into investments you understand and choose, whether that’s real estate, private lending, or other opportunities beyond traditional mutual funds.
More tax savings. Greater control. Real wealth building.
Built for First Responders & 1099 Earners
You Serve Others in need! Why Is Your Retirement Still Controlled By Someone Else?
The Survival Solo 401(k) gives first responders the ability to take control of their retirement and reduce taxes on side income while gaining full checkbook control. Instead of relying only on pensions or limited department plans, you can direct your retirement savings into investments you understand and choose, whether that’s real estate, private lending, or other opportunities beyond traditional mutual funds.
More tax savings. Greater control. Real wealth building.
Potential Annual Shelter
For high-income operators
Checkbook Control
Invest in real assets directly
Tax-Free Upside
For long-term appreciation
Loan Access
Liquidity opportunities move fast
Potential Annual Shelter
For high-income operators
Checkbook Control
Invest in real assets directly
Tax-Free Upside
For long-term appreciation
Loan Access
Liquidity opportunities move fast
Potential Annual Shelter
For high-income operators
Checkbook Control
Invest in real assets directly
Tax-Free Upside
For long-term appreciation
Loan Access
Liquidity opportunities move fast
Who We Serve
Who We Serve
Built for First Responders with Side Income
Designed for those who serve their communities and want more control over their financial future, with greater tax efficiency, flexibility, and true checkbook control.
Working long shifts and earning steady income through your department while missing opportunities to reduce taxes on side income and build wealth outside your pension.
Working long shifts and earning steady income through your department while missing opportunities to reduce taxes on side income and build wealth outside your pension.
Working long shifts and earning steady income through your department while missing opportunities to reduce taxes on side income and build wealth outside your pension.
Generating additional income through off-duty work, security, consulting, or training but lacking a structured system to optimize taxes and invest efficiently.
Generating additional income through off-duty work, security, consulting, or training but lacking a structured system to optimize taxes and invest efficiently.
Generating additional income through off-duty work, security, consulting, or training but lacking a structured system to optimize taxes and invest efficiently.
Moving into the next phase of life with new income streams and looking for a smarter way to protect, grow, and take control of your retirement savings.
Moving into the next phase of life with new income streams and looking for a smarter way to protect, grow, and take control of your retirement savings.
Moving into the next phase of life with new income streams and looking for a smarter way to protect, grow, and take control of your retirement savings.
First Responder Advantages
Three Solo 401(k) Advantages Built for First Responders
Why this structure works especially well for fast-moving First Responders.
Reduce taxable income in your highest earning years and keep more of what you make working for you.
Reduce taxable income in your highest earning years and keep more of what you make working for you.
Reduce taxable income in your highest earning years and keep more of what you make working for you.
Write a check directly from your Solo 401(k) account to close on a property. No custodian approval. No transaction delays. No fees.
Write a check directly from your Solo 401(k) account to close on a property. No custodian approval. No transaction delays. No fees.
Write a check directly from your Solo 401(k) account to close on a property. No custodian approval. No transaction delays. No fees.
Shelter more in one year than most people save in a decade.
Shelter more in one year than most people save in a decade.
Shelter more in one year than most people save in a decade.
Problem / Solution
First Responders need retirement capital built for private-market opportunities.
Powered by the infrastructure of Survival 401k
The Problem
Outgrowing Your Pension
Traditional pension systems provide stability, but they often limit flexibility, control, and long-term growth potential. As a first responder, your income and retirement are largely tied to your department’s plan. While dependable, it may not allow you to take advantage of additional income, optimize taxes, or invest beyond preset options. When opportunities arise outside of your pension, there is often no clear system to capture that income and turn it into long-term wealth.
The Problem
Outgrowing Your Pension
Traditional pension systems provide stability, but they often limit flexibility, control, and long-term growth potential. As a first responder, your income and retirement are largely tied to your department’s plan. While dependable, it may not allow you to take advantage of additional income, optimize taxes, or invest beyond preset options. When opportunities arise outside of your pension, there is often no clear system to capture that income and turn it into long-term wealth.
The Problem
Outgrowing Your Pension
Traditional pension systems provide stability, but they often limit flexibility, control, and long-term growth potential. As a first responder, your income and retirement are largely tied to your department’s plan. While dependable, it may not allow you to take advantage of additional income, optimize taxes, or invest beyond preset options. When opportunities arise outside of your pension, there is often no clear system to capture that income and turn it into long-term wealth.
The Solution
A Solo 401(k) Built for Speed
A Solo 401(k) by Survival 401k makes you the bank. Shelter up to $72,000 this year ($80,000 if 50+)—more than most save in a decade. With true Checkbook Control, you write checks directly to fund deals with zero custodian delays. Plus, unlike a Self-Directed IRA, you are legally exempt from UBTI on leveraged real estate, keeping significantly more profit in your plan.
The Solution
A Solo 401(k) Built for Speed
A Solo 401(k) by Survival 401k makes you the bank. Shelter up to $72,000 this year ($80,000 if 50+)—more than most save in a decade. With true Checkbook Control, you write checks directly to fund deals with zero custodian delays. Plus, unlike a Self-Directed IRA, you are legally exempt from UBTI on leveraged real estate, keeping significantly more profit in your plan.
The Solution
A Solo 401(k) Built for Speed
A Solo 401(k) by Survival 401k makes you the bank. Shelter up to $72,000 this year ($80,000 if 50+)—more than most save in a decade. With true Checkbook Control, you write checks directly to fund deals with zero custodian delays. Plus, unlike a Self-Directed IRA, you are legally exempt from UBTI on leveraged real estate, keeping significantly more profit in your plan.
🎟️ Limited Investor Offer
Unlock Your $100 Discount in Four Simple Steps
For firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and other first responders earning 1099 income: This limited-time offer helps you set up the right Solo 401(k) at a reduced upfront cost.
Step 1
Enter your details in our secure form to claim your unique $100 setup code.
Step 1
Enter your details in our secure form to claim your unique $100 setup code.
Step 2
Check your inbox for your detailed setup guide, potential tax savings, and next steps.
Step 2
Check your inbox for your detailed setup guide, potential tax savings, and next steps.
Step 3
Schedule a brief call with our Solo 401(k) specialist to review your eligibility and plan details.
Step 3
Schedule a brief call with our Solo 401(k) specialist to review your eligibility and plan details.
Step 4
Complete our easy online setup form using your discount code. Congratulations on your new plan!
Step 4
Complete our easy online setup form using your discount code. Congratulations on your new plan!
How Does a Solo 401(k) Stack Up?
See why the Solo 401(k) outperforms every other retirement vehicle in the game!
Features
Solo 401(k)
BEST CHOICE
SEP IRA
SIMPLE IRA
Traditional IRA
2026 Contribution Limit
$72,000
$72,000
$17,000
$7,500
Catch-up (Age 50+)
$8,000
$0
$4,000
$1,100
Total 2026 (Age 50+)
$80,000
$72,000
$21,000
$8,600
Roth Option Available
Loan Provisions
Employer Contributions
Employee Contributions
UBTI Exempt on Leveraged RE
Asset Protection
Excellent
Good
Good
Limited
* Contribution limits shown are for 2026 and subject to change based on IRS guidelines.
** Solo 401(k) combines employee deferrals + employer contributions, allowing significantly higher contributions than a SEP IRA at $100K–$200K income levels.
Features
Solo 401(k)
BEST CHOICE
SEP IRA
SIMPLE IRA
Traditional IRA
2026 Contribution Limit
$72,000
$72,000
$17,000
$7,500
Catch-up (Age 50+)
$8,000
$0
$4,000
$1,100
Total 2026 (Age 50+)
$80,000
$72,000
$21,000
$8,600
Roth Option Available
Loan Provisions
Employer Contributions
Employee Contributions
UBTI Exempt on Leveraged RE
Asset Protection
Excellent
Good
Good
Limited
* Contribution limits shown are for 2026 and subject to change based on IRS guidelines.
** Solo 401(k) combines employee deferrals + employer contributions, allowing significantly higher contributions than a SEP IRA at $100K–$200K income levels.
Features
Solo 401(k)
BEST CHOICE
SEP IRA
SIMPLE IRA
Traditional IRA
2026 Contribution Limit
$72,000
$72,000
$17,000
$7,500
Catch-up (Age 50+)
$8,000
$0
$4,000
$1,100
Total 2026 (Age 50+)
$80,000
$72,000
$21,000
$8,600
Roth Option Available
Loan Provisions
Employer Contributions
Employee Contributions
UBTI Exempt on Leveraged RE
Asset Protection
Excellent
Good
Good
Limited
* Contribution limits shown are for 2026 and subject to change based on IRS guidelines.
** Solo 401(k) combines employee deferrals + employer contributions, allowing significantly higher contributions than a SEP IRA at $100K–$200K income levels.
Free Download
Free Download
Download Our Free Solo 401(k) Guide
Everything you need to know about Solo 401(k) plans — packed into one comprehensive, easy-to-read guide.
What's Inside (9 Chapters)
Eligibility & setup requirements
Eligibility & setup requirements
Contribution limits & strategies
Contribution limits & strategies
Tax advantages & deductions
Tax advantages & deductions
Investment options & flexibility
Investment options & flexibility
Step-by-step setup guide
Step-by-step setup guide
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