SEP IRA

Do I Have to File IRS Form 5329 For Each Year an RMD Was Missed?

Thursday, March 10, 2016
This week's Slott Report Mailbag looks at the issues involved when an IRA beneficiary must take missed required minimum distributions (RMDs) for the original account owner, answers a question about the backdoor Roth IRA conversion and outlines the process of making SEP IRA contributions and converting those to a Roth IRA.
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What Options Does an Estate Have as IRA Beneficiary?

Thursday, March 03, 2016
This week's Slott Report Mailbag dives into details on SIMPLE IRAs and SEP IRAs, explains the legality of having a 401(k) versus a Roth 401(k) and walks the questioner through the options an estate has as an IRA beneficiary. As always, we stress the importance of working with a competent, educated financial advisor to keep your retirement nest egg safe and secure.
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Important October IRA Deadlines

Friday, October 09, 2015
There are two important dates in October, the 15th and the 31st. Read on to learn more about these deadlines and dates to put on your calendar.
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2014 SEP IRA Contribution Deadline Approaches

Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Are you self-employed or a small business owner and your business expenses go on your individual tax return? If so, and you have an extension for filing your 2014 federal income taxes, you may want to consider making a SEP contribution for 2014. It is not too late! Here is how it works.
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10 Facts You Need to Know About Required Minimum Distributions

Monday, August 17, 2015
If you have an IRA and you are approaching retirement age, or if you are already in retirement, you are most likely familiar with the term “required minimum distribution (RMD).” But do you know how the rules work and what they mean for you as an IRA owner? Here are 10 facts about RMDs that every IRA owner should know.
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3 Reasons to Consider a 401(k) Instead of a SEP IRA

Wednesday, May 06, 2015
One of the most popular small business retirement plans is the SEP IRA. In contrast to other potential options for small businesses, such as a 401(k), the SEP IRA is often favorable. That said, there are many reasons you might consider using a 401(k) for your small business instead of a SEP IRA. Here are three of them.
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Small Business Owners: You Might Still Have Time to Set Up 2014 SEP IRA

Tuesday, May 05, 2015
If you’re a small business owner such as a sole proprietor, a partner of a partnership, or an owner of an S corporation, and you don’t have a retirement plan for your business, you should consider establishing a SEP (Simplified Employee Pension) in 2014 (there might still be time) or beyond. Here's why.
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