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  1. Upload and Download Center

    The Form 5500 Software includes several upload and download features. Click on the "Upload and Download Center" in the top-right under "5500 Menu" to open the "Upload and Download Center" page as shown below. Each feature can be accessed by clicki...
  2. Running Edit Checks for Form 5330

    Edit checks can be performed on any form or schedule at any time. There are two ways to run and review edit checks: Visual Edit Checks While editing a form or schedule, click Run Edit Checks at the top left of the screen.  This highlight...
  3. 1099 Batch E-filing and Fulfilment Services

  4. How Do I Access the Portal?

    There are three ways to access the portal. You receive an invitation via email with a link to the portal website, which may contain your Username and password. You gain access to the portal via a preparer's website, or Go to  https://www.ftwil...
  5. 1099 Fulfillment Service Options

    Several fulfillment options are available through the ftwilliam 1099 batching system. Each option determines which parties receive the forms and how the filing is handled. Note: There is a fee to use this service, please see the 1099 Fulfill...
  6. Adding Additional Schedule C P4/5

    Additional  pages 4 and 5 have been added to accommodate any Schedule C transactions that exceed the available space on Form 5330. Previously, these transactions were included as attachments, but they must now be entered directly on the form, as...
  7. Confirmation, Notification, and Reminder Emails

  8. Signing a 5500 Filing

    Overview: There are two methods to sign a completed 5500; you may either sign locally or via the portal. Portal.  To sign via the portal, the filing's preparer sets up a signer(s) to use the ftwilliam.com portal (under  Work with Signers/Port...
  9. Home

    After log-in, users will be taken to the "Home" page where users can: View a list of all company and plans associated with the account Add Company Add Plan Search for a Company and/or Plan Access various Batch services Access ftwPortal Pro ...
  10. How to Reset Your FTW Password

    If you've forgotten your password, follow these steps to reset it: Step 1: Enter Company Code and Username To begin the reset process: Go to the login screen. Enter your Company Code and Username . These fields are required...