Self Certification of Hardship Distributions

Описание: Welcome to another episode of Case of the Week! In this episode, we explore the complexities of hardship distributions and the documentation potentially necessary to support these claims. Our consultants recently received a question from a third-party administrator about the documentation necessary to approve a hardship distribution. The answer, influenced by the changes under Secure 2.0 and current IRS audit guidelines, is more nuanced than it appears.

Key Takeaways:
Original Hardship Rules - Understanding the initial three conditions for qualifying for a hardship distribution: immediate financial need, the necessity of the requested amount, and the absence of other available assets.
Secure 2.0 Changes - Expansion of self-certification to include the verification of no other available assets.
IRS Audit Guidelines - Despite Secure 2.0, IRS audit guidelines still require source documentation for hardship claims.
Plan Document Language - The importance of plan sponsors consulting with record keepers, TPAs, and legal counsel to determine their approach to hardship distributions.

Learn More:
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