Retirement and Income Planning Flashcards
Are 457 plans aggregated with deferrals into other plans?
No
What is the catch-up contribution for 457 plans (over age 50)?
$7,500
What is the catch-up contribution for 403(b) plans (over age 50)?
$7,500
A “fully insured” traditional DB plan is funded exclusively by:
cash value life insurance or annuity contracts
What is the shortcut for 25% SE for contributing to a retirement plan?
18.59%
Are employer contributions mandatory for a SEP IRA?
no
What is the only retirement plan that does not consider “active participation” for IRA deductibility purposes?
457 plans
In a DB plan, what constitutes “active participation” for IRA deductibility purposes?
simply being eligible
Can you have a SIMPLE IRA if you have another retirement plan established already?
no
How many employees are required for an employer to be eligible to establish a SIMPLE IRA?
no more than 100 employees
Are employer contributions mandatory for a SIMPLE IRA?
yes
What are the minimum employee coverage requirements for a SIMPLE IRA?
all employees who:
- have compensation of at least $5,000 in any 2 prior years
- are expected to earn at least $5,000 in the current year
What are the minimum employee coverage requirements for a SEP IRA?
all employees who:
- are at least 21 years old
- employed with the company in the 3 of last 5 years
- earns at least $750 in compensation
What is the catch-up contribution amount for a SIMPLE IRA?
$3,500
What is the maximum employee deferral amount for a SIMPLE IRA?
$16,000