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The document provides instructions for completing Form 5500-EZ, which is the annual return for one-participant retirement plans and foreign plans not subject to ERISA requirements. It outlines filing requirements, compliance updates for the 2016 plan year, including questions that can be skipped, and details on how to file the form either electronically or on paper. The document also includes information on penalties for late filing, extensions, and general guidelines for filling out the form accurately.

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Begin by entering the plan year dates in Part I. Use the format MMDDYYYY for accuracy.
In Part II, provide basic plan information including the formal name of the plan and employer details. Ensure all entries are clear and concise.
For Part III, input financial information such as total plan assets and liabilities. Use whole dollars only and ensure consistency with previous filings.
Complete Part IV by entering applicable plan characteristics codes that describe your plan's features.
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What is the difference between 5500 and 5500-EZ?

The standard Form 5500 is for larger plans and requires an audit. Forms 5500-SF and EZ are much shorter and have summarized financial information sections with no additional schedules to attach.

What is the 5500-EZ tax return?

Form 5500-EZ is used by one-participant plans and certain foreign plans that are not subject to the requirements of section 104(a) of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) to satisfy certain annual reporting and filing obligations imposed by section 6058(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.

What is the difference between form 5500 and 5500-EZ?

Whats the difference between these forms? The standard Form 5500 is for larger plans and requires an audit. Forms 5500-SF and EZ are much shorter and have summarized financial information sections with no additional schedules to attach.

What is the limit for Form 5500-EZ?

Youre required to file Form 5500-EZ if your Solo 401(k) plan has more than $250,000 in assets at the end of the plan year (typically December 31st).

Who is required to file form 5500-EZ?

You must file Form 5500-EZ for a retirement plan if the plan is a one-participant plan or a foreign plan that is required to file an annual return under section 6058(a). 3. Does not provide benefits for anyone except you (or you and your spouse) or one or more partners (or partners and their spouses).

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Can you switch from 5500-sf to 5500-ez?

You can no longer use Form 5500-SF in place of Form 5500-EZ. On a year-by-year basis, the IRS may waive the requirement to file Form 5500-EZ electronically in cases of undue hardship.

Can 5500-EZ be filed electronically?

Beginning January 1, 2021, you can file the Form 5500-EZ electronically through EFAST2; you can no longer use the Form 5500-SF to electronically file one-participant plan and foreign plan annual returns. One-participant plans or foreign plans must file the Form 5500-EZ.

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