For more stories like this, sign up for the PLANADVISERdash daily newsletter.
Compliance February 25, 2013
IRS Offers FAQs About RMDs
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has posted
frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers regarding required minimum
distributions (RMDs).
Reported by
Rebecca Moore
The questions cover the types of plans that require RMDs and how calculations are made, as well as who is responsible for making the calculations, how the RMD is taxed and whether plan sponsors should continue making contributions for participants receiving RMDs. In addition, the FAQs address different rules that may apply to 403(b) plans.
The FAQs are here.
You Might Also Like:
Treasury, IRS Suggest Rules for Quicker Electronic Rollovers
Electronic transfers and standardized forms for moving retirement savings between plans would be encouraged under the proposed regulations.
IRS, Treasury Seek Comments on Employer Contributions to Trump Accounts
Proposed rules would allow up to $2,500 in tax-free employer contributions and touch open nondiscrimination standards, tax reporting and other...
Proposed Saver’s Match Rules Released by Treasury, IRS
Direct government matching contribution to eligible taxpayers’ retirement plans are expected to begin in 2028.
