Articles for: Termination

What are the steps required to terminate a pension plan? A lot of thought goes into the decision to terminate a defined benefit pension plan.  The plan’s actuarial consultant can provide important information and advice throughout this analysis. Once the [...] Key words: ,,,

What happens to my benefit if my company is sold or goes out of business? What may happen to your benefit if your company is sold or goes out of business will depend on the specifics surrounding each scenario.  If the plan will terminate, federal [...] Key words: ,,,,,

How do you terminate a defined benefit plan? Terminating a defined benefit (DB) pension plan is a complicated process that is very deadline driven.  There are many traps if you don’t have reliable advisors working with you.  The [...] Key words: ,,

How long does it take to terminate a pension plan? In most cases, the time required to terminate a pension plan will span twelve months or more.  The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) outlines the timing requirements of notices to [...] Key words: ,,