Updated Articles

  1. 1099 Corrections

  2. Correction for Payer TIN

    Correction for Payer TIN   Note that if users have reported information for an incorrect Payer TIN, that the Payer TIN should be corrected via a letter to the IRS; see the IRS instructions  for details. New for 2014 and current, users will...
  3. Payer Data Instructions

    View General Instructions | View Official 1096 IRS Instructions Help for item a. Top Enter "Yes"; if final return for Payer. This response is used to indicate a final return on Form 945. 945 Payer Instruction...
  4. 5500 Module FAQs and Supplementals

  5. Other Frequently Asked Questions

    What is 55Autofill*? 55Autofill* allows you to download all of the prior year's Form 5500 data from the DOL database into the current year's 5500 forms by entering the plan sponsor's EIN number. Where does the information come from t...
  6. Completing Form 8955-SSA, Uploads, Batch Features

  7. How to Set Up and Allow for E-Filing of Form 8955-SSA by a Portal User

    E-Filing Form 8955-SSA Key Differences from Form 5500 The 8955-SSA does not require the 5500 to be locked or ready to file. Unlike the 5500, you do not need to lock the filing for the user to sign. DOL credential...
  8. 2025 Instructions for Form 8955-SSA Annual Registration Statement Identifying Separated Participants With Deferred Vested Benefits

    2025 Instructions for Form 8955-SSA Annual Registration Statement Identifying Separated Participants With Deferred Vested Benefits View Official Instructions | View IRS FAQs Regarding Form 8955-SSA Table of Contents ...
  9. How to Post a Batch Census Worksheet

    Note: A subscription to both the Compliance Software and Portal is needed to use the batch features. Specify a Server will need to be set up within the Compliance tab of the global email settings to send a communication to portal users. ...
  10. Global Email Settings