An alternate value of the plan would drop the tax on smaller deposits considerably while pushing the top tax rate up to 12.5%.

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Knowing when your employer intends to integrate the corporate bond rate into your plan, and the impact this will have on your lump-sum value, is crucial for your retirement planning.

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