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SEPs, SIMPLEs and Individual 401(k)s 1.5 Credits

SEPs, SIMPLEs and Individual 401(k)s 1.5 Credits

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Learning Objective

  • To discuss the SEP, SIMPLE, and Individual 401(k) IRA basics.
  • To analyze the eligibility requirements.
  • To inspect contributions.
  • To discuss deadlines to make the contribution.

Course Overview

As a self-employed individual, you have access to a broader range of retirement plan options compared to most taxpayers. In addition to the typical traditional IRA/Roth IRA choices available to everyone, you have three distinctive alternatives at your disposal:

  1. Simplified Employee Pension (SEP-IRA)
  2. Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees (SIMPLE IRA)
  3. Individual 401(k) – also known as a solo 401(k) or self-employed 401(k)

For numerous small and medium-sized businesses seeking substantial tax advantages, the attractiveness of establishing a Simplified Employee Pension plan, commonly referred to as a SEP or SEP-IRA, becomes evident. Not only are SEPs hassle-free to initiate, but they also entail minimal tax obligations and allow for establishment until the deadline of the business's income tax return for a given year. This plan functions as an individual retirement account (IRA) that can be established by an employer or a self-employed individual.

In a similar vein, SIMPLE IRAs share similarities with traditional IRAs, with the primary distinction being the contribution limit. Conversely, an Individual 401(k) plan closely mirrors a conventional 401(k) plan available through an employer. The key distinction lies in your ability to contribute both as an employee and as an employer.

Join us in this CE/CPE Tax course as we delve into the fundamentals of SEP, SIMPLE, and Individual 401(k) plans. These retirement plans are tailored for small business owners, offering the advantage of tax deductions for contributions made by and on behalf of plan participants.

Major topics covered in this webinar by John Paul Ruiz:

  • Learn the updated limits for SEPs and Individual 401(k) plans in 2022 and 2023.
  • Understand the new deadlines for different types of organizations, ensuring timely tax compliance.
  • Explore how income changes affect SEP contributions, maximizing your tax benefits.
  • Discover the latest programs for addressing errors in your retirement plans and ensure IRS compliance.
  • Stay informed about updated tax credit thresholds and rules for small businesses to offer the best advice to your clients.

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  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US)
  • 1.5 General Credit of Taxes for Accountant/Bookkeeper/Tax Professionals
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-S)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-S)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Estate Planning for Certified Financial Planner (CFP-US) (Approval No. 321287)

    Valid upto : Dec 31, 2024

  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1418)
  • 1.5 CPD Credit of Taxes for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS)
  • 1.5 PL Credit of Taxes for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-S)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-S)
  • 1.5 CPD Credit for Trust and Estate Practitioners (TEP)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Taxes for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Taxes for Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Taxes for Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-S)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Financial Planning for Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA)/Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Taxes for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Taxes for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP)
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL)
  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA)
  • 1.5 PL Credit of Taxes for CIPM
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC)
  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA)
  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA)

  • 1 CPE Credit of Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US)
  • 1 General Credit of Taxes for Accountant/Bookkeeper/Tax Professionals
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-O)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-O)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1418)
  • 1 CPD Credit of Taxes for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS)
  • 1 PL Credit of Taxes for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
  • 1 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-O)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-O)
  • 1 CPD Credit for Trust and Estate Practitioners (TEP)
  • 1 CE Credit of Taxes for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP)
  • 1 CE Credit of Taxes for Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS)
  • 1 CE Credit of Taxes for Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS)
  • 1 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
  • 1 CE Credit of Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01775-23-O)
  • 1 CE Credit of Financial Planning for Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA)/Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC)
  • 1 CE Credit of Taxes for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP)
  • 1 CE Credit of Taxes for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP)
  • 1 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL)
  • 1 CPE Credit of Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA)
  • 1 PL Credit of Taxes for CIPM
  • 1 CE Credit of Taxes for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC)
  • 1 CPE Credit of Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA)
  • 1 CPE Credit of Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA)

Additional Information

Credits

1.5

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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MY-CPE LLC (Sponsor Id#: GEHNZ) has entered into an agreement with the Internal Revenue Service, to meet the requirements of 31 Code of Federal Regulations, section 10.6(g), covering aintenance of attendance records, retention of program outlines, qualifications of instructors, and length of class hours. This agreement does not constitute an endorsement by the IRS as to the quality of the program or its contribution to the professional competence of the enrolled individual. Credit earned by attendees with a PTIN will be reported directly to the IRS as required of all providers. To ensure your CPE hours are reported, update your profile in My Account to include your PTIN number. Please note: IRS CE is only mandatory for EAs and ERPAs. For all other tax return preparers, CE is voluntary.

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MY-CPE LLC (Sponsor Id#: 143597) is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.

About Instructor

John Paul Ruiz has spent more than 30 years as a consultant and trainer in the retirement and financial services industry. Prior to joining SEPIRAk, Ruiz served as Director of Professional Development for The Entrust Group, a self-directed IRA Administrator, his duties involved compliance oversight of all organizational operational procedures and policies, print and electronic materials, staff education and others. He was also the creator of the IRA Academy, a preparatory course for the American Bankers Association’s Certified IRA Services Professional, CISP, designation. Prior to Entrust, Ruiz was the Vice President of Professional Development for Integrated Retirement Initiatives, LLC. His responsibilities involved developing and delivering retirement plan training to financial advisors as well compliance personnel to some of the largest institutions offering retirement products and solutions. With his comprehensive knowledge of alternative investments, his consulting and training expertise was sought after by numerous third-party administrators in the self-directed IRA market. His former positions include Director of Resource Development for the Retirement Products & Solutions division of Acensus (formerly BISYS Retirement Services). Ruiz was responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of the Ascensus professional development and training services using a broad spectrum of media including:

  • Live group presentations
  • One-on-one coaching sessions
  • Video productions
  • Live and recorded webinars
  • On-line schools
  • Telephone seminars

In high demand as a speaker in the retirement services industry, Ruiz has been a featured keynote speaker and industry expert at numerous regional and national conferences. Ruiz has served as a member of the faculty of national schools including the American Bankers Association (ABA) Trust School and the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Ruiz has also served on the faculty of the IRA Institute, which serves as preparatory course for retirement professionals pursuing the Certified IRA Services Professional (CISP) designation offered through the Institute of Certified Bankers (ICB) or the Certified IRA Professional (CIP) designation offered through the National Association of Federal Credit Unions (NAFCU).

Ruiz has become well-known in the industry for his ability to help financial advisers understand how to create selling opportunities by building their retirement plan expertise and staying on top of legislative and regulatory developments.


During his tenure with Ascensus, Ruiz also held position as senior ERISA consultant and as manager of the ERISA Support Call Center, a fee-for-service hotline that provided ERISA technical support to financial services professionals. Prior to Ascensus, Ruiz served as a relationship manager for several key alliance partners in the recordkeeping division of Universal Pension, Inc. Prior to joining Universal Pensions Inc. he worked in the consumer loan division of Wells Fargo Bank. Ruiz earned the Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA) designation from the American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) and holds a Certified IRA Service Professional (CISP) certification through the American Bankers Association’s Institute of Certified Bankers (ICB).

On Demand FAQs

What is Self Study (QAS)?

Self Study QAS (Quality Assurance Service) is a NASBA and other regulatory bodies approved program designed for Professionals to complete their Continuing Professional Education credits through self-paced, interactive courses that meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. We are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

How do I earn CPE credits through self-study?

To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

Are the self-study courses approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our self-study courses are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards for quality and educational content set by these organizations.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with self-study courses?

To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

How can I access my course completion certificates?

After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

Live Webinar FAQs

What is a Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit?

A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. These sessions meet the standards set by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

How do I earn credits through live webinars?

To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

Are the live webinars approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our live webinars are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the high standards for quality, interactivity, and educational content set by these organizations.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with live webinar courses?

To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

How can I access my webinar completion certificates?

After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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Travis Bart, EA

To me it is a little bit confusing on the different options, qualifications, and limitations for each plan type. The instructor was excellent. I'm just stating this feedback in case an even more simplified comparison can be made.

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Gary Mcenelly, CPA (US)

Outstanding webinar. Information was very pertinent and relevant. Presenter was articulate and knowledgeable. Enjoyed the presentation

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  • Certifications & Reporting
    Certifications & Reporting

    We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days - fastest in the industry.

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    Track and manage your compliance across all 50 states and over 100 designations. Our Credit Tracker keeps your CPE credits and compliance requirements always up-to-date.

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    Certificate Vault

    Certificate Vault to upload, manage, and access certificates earned from various sources and an integrated credit tracker, allowing users to monitor and manage their credits conveniently for compliance.

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