Archimage
Feb 12 2002, 04:52 PM
Can IRS user fees for determination letters be deducted from plan assets?
cosmo
Feb 13 2002, 12:27 PM
What type of determination letter is being sought? (ie.-plan term, initial document submission, GUST submission, etc.)
Archimage
Feb 13 2002, 12:30 PM
This is an opinion letter for an individually designed plan that is updating for GUST. I have done some research and in my opinion this is an expense that is necessary for continued tax qualified status. Therefore, it can be deducted from plan assets. I would like to hear any opinions that are contrary to my interpretation.
jdw
Feb 13 2002, 05:59 PM
The DOL's "Guidance on Settlor v. Plan Expenses", hypothetical #4 says that fees paid to amend for USERRA and SBJPA (and presumably the rest of GUST) and obtaining a DL are legitimate plan expenses (assuming the fee is reasonable). It available on the PBWA section of the DOL web site.
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