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Question 196: A PEO has operated a 401(k) plan as a single employer but intends to convert to a multiple employer plan within the timeframe of Rev. Proc. 2002-21. It will be a 401(k) with a safe harbor match. The COs will have the option of making a non-elective contribution, allocated in proportion to compensation. Is this a uniform allocation formula, or will general nondiscrimination testing need to be performed? Some worksite employees are highly compensated, and Rev. Proc. 2002-21 does not clearly resolve the issue of who is the employer... so how can any such testing be done with confidence? | |
Answer: You've put your finger on a very important issue. Let me give a simplified example to demonstrate the issue.
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