School of Employer Plans

The School of Employer Plans, presented by Meld University, conducts classes and publishes articles to help you in providing retirement benefits and financial wellness training to your employees.

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Employer Sponsored Plan Checklist 2025

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Sponsors of employer retirement plans must meet these deadlines to keep their plan compliant and preserve its tax-qualified status.

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401(k) Contribution Limits in 2025

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A 401(k) is an excellent way to save for retirement and you will be able to contribute even more in 2025.

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Important Year-End Dates for Employer Plan Sponsors

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Corporate retirement plan sponsors must complete these tasks in the fourth quarter to ensure their plan remains compliant.

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How Employers Can Use the PBGC’s Missing Participant Program

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The PBGC’s Missing Participant Program allows employers to ensure previous employees receive their retirement benefits.

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401(k) Contribution Limits in 2024

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The IRS recently announced increases in the amount you and your employer can contribute to your 401(k) or similar plan in 2024.

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How the Secure Act 2.0 Impacts Plan Sponsors

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The Secure Act 2.0 included key changes for both defined benefit and defined contribution employer sponsored retirement plans.

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Important Year-End Dates for Employer Sponsored Plans

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In December, there are several important tasks employers with company sponsored retirement plans must remember to complete.

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What Type of Business Retirement Plan to Offer

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Choose a business retirement plan that maximizes savings potential and minimizes time and money spent maintaining the plan.

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Max Contribution Limit for 401k Increased for 2022

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Contribution limits for 401(k)s and other employer sponsored retirement plans will increase in 2022.