457 plans allow you to use a portion of your funds for loans, as well as for hardship withdrawals due to certain unforeseeable emergencies. In order to qualify for an unforeseeable emergency withdrawal, your situation must meet one of the Internal Revenue Service.A 457(b) plan is a tax-deferred retirement savings plan. Funds are withdrawn from an employee's income without being taxed and are only taxed upon withdrawal. Complete an account application(s) with the provider(s) you have selected. If you have any questions or need help completing the forms, please contact ICMA-RC's Investor Services at 800-669-. Sign up and manage your deferred compensation retirement account.