Paul McEwan | Rea CPA
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Nov 11, 2024
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Simplifying Retirement Savings for Your Employees: Roth vs. Traditional 401(k) Plans Explained

As an employer, you recognize that choosing a retirement plan for your employees is a pivotal step in securing their financial well-being. One of the key decisions they'll face on this journey is choosing between a Roth and a traditional pretax 401(k). We understand that making this choice can be challenging, so we’re breaking it down for you to equip your employees to make decisions that impact their unique circumstances. 
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Aug 12, 2024
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Revolutionizing 401(k) Plans: The Group Solution You Didn’t Know You Needed

The retirement plan outlook is evolving, and innovative solutions are emerging that could transform how businesses approach retirement benefits.
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Jun 27, 2024
Events

Introducing a Brighter Way 401(k) Group Plan Solution

Join us for an informative webinar that will introduce you to A Brighter Way 401(k) Group Plan Solution. Our experienced panel will delve into the benefits of this innovative platform for plan sponsors and discuss how it can enhance efficiency for your practice. Learn about the roles and responsibilities of providers involved and discover where this solution fits within the small plan market. 
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Aug 28, 2023
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IRS Glitch Blamed for Erroneous Late Filing Notices Related to Retirement Plan Filings

An issue has been identified with IRS reporting related to Form 8955-SSA that may impact some of our clients, and we want to ensure that you are informed and well prepared to address any concerns that may arise.
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May 15, 2023
Events

Learn About the New Retirement Plan Tax Credits Available 

During this presentation, Paul McEwan CPA, principal with Rea’s retirement plan services team, will walk through the tax credits available for new retirement plans—particularly who is eligible and how much is available.
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Apr 17, 2023
Events

SECURE 2.0 – What You Need To Know

Paul McEwan, principal with Rea’s retirement plan services team, who reviewed the new rules that impact you the most from the passage of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, which was signed into law on December 29, 2022.  Although some of the SECURE 2.0 changes are optional and not effective yet, you need to start … Continued
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Oct 24, 2022
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Is Your Retirement Plan Growing with Your Business?

Sponsoring and maintaining a retirement plan for a small business can seem daunting.
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Mar 11, 2022
Article

‘Group of Plan’ Arrangements Offer Cost Savings for 401(k) Sponsors

sponsors are familiar with solutions like multiple employer plans (MEPs) and pooled employer plans (PEPs). But one of the least well-known plans may be the most effective solution for plan sponsors who are looking to cut costs and maintain local service and plan design flexibility – the “group of plans” arrangement.
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Jan 11, 2022
Blog

Late Notice From The IRS Or DOL? Read Before You Act

f you get a late notice from the IRS related to your Form 5500, but you filed on time, don’t panic. Simply let us know and we’ll advise you of next steps to clear things up with the IRS.
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Apr 19, 2021
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Your Solo 401(k) Plan May Be On The IRS’ Audit List

If your solo 401(k) plan was audited tomorrow, would you come out the other side with flying colors or penalties?
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Sep 3, 2019
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Evaluation of HSAs Requires a Team Approach

Want to know how a health savings account can save your hard earned money? Read on ...
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Aug 28, 2019
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The Best Tax Deferral Opportunity Is A Retirement Plan

A great plan design will deliver a big punch.
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Apr 25, 2019
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What’s Going On With Retirement Plan Legislation?

The SECURE Act and the RESA bill are currently in Congress. Both pieces of legislation are geared toward helping employees be prepared for retirement. Read on to learn more about the pending legislature.
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Nov 9, 2018
Blog

Proposed MEP Legislation Would Undermine Fiduciary Protections

ERISA ensures that benefits in employer-sponsored retirement plans are protected from bad actors – but proposed legislation would reduce those protections.