As a plan administrator or employer, it is your responsibility to provide specific notices and required disclosures to plan participants about their defined contribution (DC) plans. And of course, there are a number of guidelines you’re required to follow when...
Compliance
Dividing Pensions in a Divorce: What You Need to Know
Dividing pensions in a divorce can be a complicated process for plan administrators to navigate, but understanding the steps and roles involved can help make things smoother. The court is ultimately responsible for determining how pension benefits will be divided, and...
Why Clean Year-End Data Matters for Your 401(k) Plan
Ensure accurate year-end 401(k) data for correct contributions, smooth audits, compliance, and efficient plan management.
How Mergers and Acquisitions Impact 401k Plans: What Plan Sponsors Should Know
When companies engage in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the focus is often on operational integration, financial restructuring, and human resources. However, one area that deserves particular attention is the impact on 401k plans. As a plan sponsor, understanding...
Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)
Understand RMDs: Mandatory withdrawals from retirement accounts explained. Learn deadlines, calculations, exemptions.
Long Term Part Time (LTPT) Employees: The Impact to Your Plan Beginning in 2024
Discover the SECURE Act’s impact on plan eligibility and requirements for Long Term Part Time (LTPT) employees. Learn about changes, tracking hours, and employer contributions.
Secure 2.0 for Defined Benefit Plans
Secure Act 2.0 has important updates for Defined Benefit Plans, including increased RBD age and reduced excise tax on missed RMDs. Stay up-to-date with these crucial changes to ensure your retirement plan is compliant.
What a Failed ADP/ACP Test Means
Ensure your 401k retirement plan allows your employees to save the maximum amount allowed by understanding and utilizing ADP/ACP testing.
401(k) Plan Nondiscrimination Testing
Avoid penalties and fees by ensuring your retirement plan meets IRS 401k plan nondiscrimination test requirements.
Retirement Plan Procedures, Practices, and Internal Controls
With the New Year right around the corner, now is a good time to review your retirement plan’s policies, procedures, and internal controls.