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  1. Locking Form 5330 for E-filing

    A filing must be locked before it can be e-filed. A green check under the Status column for all associated forms confirms that all edit checks have been passed, allowing the filing to be locked. Locking is not possible if any forms fail the edi...
  2. How to Manually Enter Payer Data

    At the top-left of the 1099-X Plan Year screen, you'll find the Edit Payer Data box. Clicking Edit Payer opens the Payer Data screen, where you can edit or update payer information. Most fields will be pre-populated from the Ed...
  3. Update Plan Parameters for Multiple Plans

    With the "Batch Edit Grid" link you can update plan parameters for multiple plans on the same on the checklist.  To edit plan parameters - click on the "Batch Edit Plan Grid" link located under the "Batch Options" menu.  From the "Grid View" ...
  4. How to Publish a Document to the Portal for E-Signature That Does Not Originate in the FTW Software

    Similarly, to publishing an item to the portal from within the document’s module, you are also able to publish items that do not originate within the ftwilliam.com software to the portal for your clients to view or e-sign. In these instances, nav...
  5. Adding Multiple 5330 Forms

    To add Form 5330, begin by navigating to the 5500 Module for the specific plan year being filed. The 5330 option is located on the right side of the screen, under the 8955-SSA section. Select the +Add 5330 link in the Draft-Edit column.   A...
  6. Sponsor Portal- Checking E-File Status

    Portal Users are able to check the status of their 5330 filings by selecting the Check 5330 Status  button   on the left side of the screen: Once selected the filing year and description of the forms filed populate in the dropdown menu: NOT...
  7. 1099 State Help: SmartCharts and technical documents

    Here are some links to helpful documentation: State Reconciliation Form Chart  - View a 1099 State Reconciliation Form Chart that shows which 1099 forms need to be processed for which state. (States that do not require fulfillment will ...
  8. How to batch import payee/participant data

    Uploading Payee data in bulk is an efficient way to manage large numbers of Payees. This process is completed through the "Upload/Download Center" and allows for batch uploads, saving time compared to manual entry.  There are two different options...
  9. Instructions for Form 1099-MISC Miscellaneous Information (Rev. April 2025)

    View Official IRS Instructions | View General Instructions Table of Contents General Instructions Future Developments What's New Reminders Specific Instructions Excepti...
  10. 2025 Instructions for Schedule D

    2025 Instructions for Schedule D (Form 5500) DFE/Participating Plan Information View General Instructions | View Official Instructions Table of Contents General Instructions Purpose of Sc...