If your company offers a retirement plan, you know the IRS offers tax breaks in return. However, those tax breaks come with a caveat: your plan can’t be solely for owners and top executives. It needs to include a “fair share” of your regular employees too. That’s...
Each year the IRS sets limits on the amount an individual can contribute (known as income they defer) through elective contributions to their retirement accounts. The limit applies to any 401(k), 403(b), SAR-SEPs, and SIMPLE-IRA plans, with the total contributions...
If you are a business owner or plan administrator who sponsors a 401(k) or 403(b) plan, there’s an important change on the horizon you’ll want to prepare for. A key change from the SECURE 2.0 Act will soon affect how many employees save for retirement – and how...
When employees leave your company, their retirement plan balances don’t always go with them. Over time, those small, inactive accounts can pile up. This creates extra work, higher administrative costs, and potential compliance headaches for your team. That’s where...
Ensure accurate year-end 401(k) data for correct contributions, smooth audits, compliance, and efficient plan management.
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...
Learn how to track 401(k) payroll deposits, ensure compliance, maintain employee trust, and avoid penalties with best practices and helpful strategies for plan sponsors.
Explore SECURE 2.0’s new age-based catch-up contribution limits for 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans starting January 1, 2025.
Ensure your 401k retirement plan allows your employees to save the maximum amount allowed by understanding and utilizing ADP/ACP testing.
Ensure your company possesses the retirement plan enrollment processes, forms, standards, and records required to avoid costly penalties.