Personal Finance
What is a cash balance plan?
Quick Answer
A cash balance plan is a hybrid defined-benefit pension where each participant has a hypothetical account that grows by employer contributions and a guaranteed interest credit. Often used by high earners to shelter $100K–$300K/year.

Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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