Double-Check the Rules on Spousal Consent for 401(k) Distributions

Double-Check the Rules on Spousal Consent for 401(k) Distributions

Some 401(k) plans require spousal consent whenever a participant takes a distribution. Others don’t require spousal consent for distributions or loans.
The Top Five Benefits of 401(k) Profit-Sharing Plans

The Top Five Benefits of 401(k) Profit-Sharing Plans

Are you an employer looking for an attractive employee benefit that lets you plan contributions around revenues? Consider a 401(K) profit-sharing plan.
A win-win proposition: A CRT can benefit you and your favorite charity

A win-win proposition: A CRT can benefit you and your favorite charity

What can a CRT do for you? A CRT can convert assets into lifetime income, provide a current tax deduction and leave the remainder to charity.
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Consider a Lift-Out to De-Risk Your Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Private sector employers are retreating from the DB pension model. A “lift-out” is common to settle liabilities for vested benefits of active employees.
How Can Eldercare Qualify as a Medical Deduction?

How Can Eldercare Qualify as a Medical Deduction?

The cost of eldercare may qualify for a deduction as a medical expense. But as with anything tax-related, there are many factors to consider.
New Business? It’s a Good Time to Think About Retirement Plans

New Business? It’s a Good Time to Think About Retirement Plans

Have you recently launched a business? You may want to think about tax-favored retirement plans for yourself and your employees.
Many Tax Amounts Affecting Businesses Have Increased for 2021

Many Tax Amounts Affecting Businesses Have Increased for 2021

Tax-related limits that affect businesses are annually indexed for inflation. Here’s Fiducial’s list of some important changes for your business for 2021.
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The Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) and Retirement Benefits

The CAA includes many provisions addressing economic hardships caused by the pandemic. Here's what you need to know about the CAA and retirement benefits.