Description
Course Overview
Early distributions from retirement plans may be subject to a 10% additional tax, but certain exceptions can apply. This course examines the exceptions to the early withdrawal penalty, including qualification requirements, legislative changes, and rollover considerations. It also addresses practical strategies for identifying situations in which a taxpayer may qualify for an exception and avoiding unnecessary penalties. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of how to evaluate retirement plan distributions and determine when an exception to the additional tax may be available.
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What You'll Learn
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
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Identify the exceptions to the 10% early withdrawal penalty for retirement plan distributions and the requirements for applying those exceptions.
Who This Course Is For
Tax professionals with general knowledge of federal taxation who prepare returns or advise clients involving retirement plan distributions.
| NASBA |
Field of Study: Taxes CPE Credit: 1.0 hour Delivery Method: QAS Self-Study |
| IRS |
Field of Study: Federal Tax Law CE Credit: 1.0 hour IRS Program Number: VP8T3-T-00575-26-S |
| CTEC | Field of Study: Federal Tax Law CE Credit: 1.0 hour CTEC Course Number: 1044-CE-05404 |
| Publication Date: | 4/16/2026 |
| Instructional Delivery Method: | QAS Self-Study |
| Level: | Intermediate |
| Prerequisites: | General knowledge of taxation |
| Advanced Preparation: | No Advanced Preparation Required |
| Author: | Lee Reams, Sr., BSME, EA |
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