Tax-advantaged savings accounts like traditional or Roth IRA and 401(k)s are among the best retirement plans to build your nest egg. A 401(k) plan allows employees to contribute a portion of their wages toward retirement savings through payroll deductions.Having a plan for your retirement income helps you prepare. This booklet helps you understand your plan and explains what information you should review periodically and where to go for help with questions. How does the Thrift Savings Plan figure into the system? A 457 plan can be one of your best tools for creating a secure retirement. How to estimate your benefit. From the DRS homepage, select the Member Login button in the top right. Sign up and manage your deferred compensation retirement account.