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Monthly Option C Fair Market Value Adjustments in 2022-2023
Option C is designed for steady long-term earnings to be fully applied to a Monthly Income Benefit ("annuity"). Other forms of cash distribution may incur a market value adjustment when the investment portfolio value is less than annuitizable accrued value.
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Tax Books Available for Download (2023)
Two 2022 booklets for clergy and church financial and tax matters are available for download.
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Changing Investments within the Retirement Plan
A “how-to” for when you decide to shift your funds.
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Winter 2022-2023 "News & Notes" Newsletter
Winter 2022-2023 Issue of "News & Notes": Changing Investments | RMD Start Moves to Age 73
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Expect 1099R via mail in February
The retirement distribution tax form, 1099R, will be mailed at the end of January.
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Retirement Plan - Rate and Fees for 2023
FCMM's Option C Lifetime Fund is unique in offering long-term strategy for steady returns and "do it for me" simplicity.
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2022 Distributions Request Deadline is December 12
To request a qualified withdrawal, contact FCMM to obtain the form and then submit it timely.
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Retirement Plan Contribution Limits (2023): Annual Additions Limit and Deferral Limit
The IRS has published contribution limits to retirement plans for 2023 (for both salary deferral and overall annual additions limits).
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Alert Regarding State-Run Retirement Programs
A number of states have implemented, or are adding, requirements for employers to offer retirement plans. FCMM has reviewed and summarized the current status of these programs and highlighted follow-up research or actions churches may need to take.
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Bless Your Pastor(s) and Staff with Benefits Beyond Pay
Pastor Appreciation Month is a good time to review the benefits a church offers their pastor(s) and staff.
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Benefit Plan to Add New Features for 2023
Two new optional coverages: Short Term Disability (up to 90 days) AND Term Life Insurance equal to annual salary
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Payroll Service to be Phased Out in 2022
FCMM Payroll Service ends its run as other providers have stepped up to better serve the unique needs of churches.
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