Simplify Your Retirement Plan Administration

  • Automated Participant Notice Fulfillment & Tracking

    Retirement plan compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. TRA, in partnership with Plan Notice, make retirement plan compliance simple by automating participant communications, tracking delivery, and offering multilingual video summaries. Their solution streamlines notice fulfillment, reduces administrative workload, and ensures audit-ready documentation—so you can stay compliant and focused on your priorities.

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      10/08/25 - Complimentary Webinar - Simplify 401(k) Compliance: Smarter Plan Notice Distribution

      Wednesday, October 08, 2025 – 1:00 PM  – 1:30 PM CST

      Join us for an exclusive webinar to discover a smarter way to manage your 401(k) plan notices.

      Tired of tracking deadlines, mailing notices, and worrying about compliance?
      PlanNotice.com—powered by our trusted industry partner—takes the complexity out of plan notice distribution.

      In this session, you’ll learn how the service can:

      • Automate compliance with IRS/DOL notice requirements
      • Reduce fiduciary risk with audit-ready proof of distribution
      • Provide a secure, searchable notice archive
      • Save time and streamline administration

      Don’t miss this opportunity to see how Plan Notice can simplify your plan administration.

      Register Today!

      In the event you are not able to attend, we strongly encourage you to register anyway, as you’ll then be looped in on the follow-up emails that will contain a link to the recording, a copy of the presentation, and other supporting material.

Reduce Risk, Improve Engagement, Automate Compliance

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      What Plan Notice Can Do for You
      • Automated Delivery & Tracking: Send participant notices via email, SMS, or mail—with full tracking and documentation.
      • Engaging Video Summaries: Convert complex notices into multilingual videos for better participant understanding.
      • New Hire Communications: Automatically notify newly eligible employees with compliant, documented messages.
      • Support for Missing Participants: Locate and reach participants who may have outdated or missing contact information.
      • Audit-Ready Compliance: Maintain peace of mind with thorough records and indemnification from audit risks
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      Why It Matters
      • Reduce administrative burden
      • Ensure compliance
      • Improve participant engagement
      • Full tracking and audit protection
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      Why Choose Plan Notice?
      • Proven Expertise – Experienced in keeping employers compliant and efficient.
      • Automated Compliance – Required notices sent and tracked, reducing risk.
      • Participant-Focused – Multilingual support, videos, and outreach simplify complex info.
      • Audit-Ready – Every notice documented for peace of mind.
      • Full-Service Support – From eligibility to missing participants, we’ve got it covered.
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Plan Notice Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) for Plan Sponsors

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      What is the Small Balance Force Out Service?

      It is a quarterly, automated service that helps manage small‑balance force‑outs in accordance with your plan document. TRA prepares notices, paperwork, and tracking, making the process easier and more consistent.
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      Is this service required?

      No. The service is optional, but small‑balance force‑outs are typically required under your plan document. This service helps ensure those requirements are met efficiently.
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      Is there a cost to the plan?

      No. There is no fee to the plan sponsor for this service.
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      Are there any participant fees?

      Yes. If a participant’s balance is force‑out and distributed, standard participant distribution fees apply, consistent with your plan’s current fee structure.
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      How often does this happen?

      The process runs quarterly.
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      Do I still have control?

      Yes. Before each quarterly force‑out:

      • You will receive a summary for review.
      • You must digitally approve the force‑out.
      • You may remove any participant you do not want included.

      Nothing is processed without your approval.
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      What happens if I do nothing?

      Your plan will be included automatically beginning [Effective Date].
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      How do I opt out if I don’t want this service?

      Simply email TRA within 30 days of the notice date stating that you would like to opt out.
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      Why would I want this service?

      Clients often choose this service because it:

      • Helps keep the plan in compliance
      • Reduces lost or inactive participants
      • Improves notice delivery and future RMD administration
      • Reduces administrative time and paperwork
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