Pensions/Annuities/Retirement Plans (i.e., 401(k), etc.) |
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Top Frequently Asked Questions for Pensions/Annuities/Retirement Plans (i.e., 401(k), etc.) |
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- This is the first year that I received a distribution of benefits from my 401(k) plan. Are any of my benefits taxable?
- What is the maximum amount that I can contribute to my 401(k) plan?
- If taxes are withheld from a distribution from a 401(k) plan, am I required to include the amount of the distribution as income and also pay the 10% additional tax?
- Can I withdraw my elective contributions to a 401(k) plan penalty free to build or purchase my first home?
- If I retire or leave my employer for any reason (including due to being laid off) before I am age 59 1/2, can I withdraw my vested benefits under that employer's 401(k) plan, without having to pay a 10% additional tax? What if I were 55 or older when I separated from service with my employer?
- How long do I have to roll over a retirement distribution?
- I am a plan sponsor. Where can I find additional information on retirement plan document design requirements and the IRS Determination Letter Program?
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Frequently Asked Question Subcategories for Pensions/Annuities/Retirement Plans (i.e., 401(k), etc.) |
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- General/Taxability Issues including Distributions, Early Withdrawals, 10% Additional Tax, Defaulted Loans
- Rollovers - Pensions/Annuities/Retirement Plans (i.e., 401(k), etc.)
- Types of Plans
- Plan Operations
- Plan Design
- Correcting Plan Errors
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