The hardship withdrawal rules have changed dramatically in recent years. The below FAQ addresses questions and answers based on the rules that are applicable now, in 2020.  What is a hardship distribution? A hardship distribution is an optional triggering event a plan sponsor can make available to plan participants who are still employed. Hardship withdrawals...Read More

Retirement plan documents are legal documents that outline a plan’s provisions and the regulatory requirements for the plan. Most qualified plans use what is known as a “preapproved” plan document. This is one the IRS has reviewed and approved for use. Alternatively, a plan can use an attorney-drafted document (known as an individually designed plan...Read More