Personal Finance
What is a deferred compensation plan?
Quick Answer
A deferred compensation plan (NQDC) lets eligible executives postpone receipt of salary or bonus to a future year, deferring income tax. Unlike 401(k)s, the money remains an unsecured claim against the employer.

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