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As a national retirement services company, The Retirement Advantage (TRA) provides third party administration and fiduciary services to plan sponsors, financial advisors, wealth managers and businesses of all sizes. Our commitment to providing expert consultation, resources and exceptional customer service has positioned TRA as one of the largest, privately held third party administrators in the nation. We proudly serve more than 11,000 plan sponsors with more than $11 billion in retirement assets under our administration. You can count on us to deliver on time, on budget and with precise attention to detail.
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PRESS RELEASE – The Retirement Advantage, Inc. (TRA) ® Adds Henrik Sandberg to National Distribution Team
4/13/2026 1:00:23 PM +00:00

TRA announces Henrik Sandberg as Regional Plan Consultant, the third sales hire in two months, reinforcing national growth and expanded advisor support in Texas and Louisiana.

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CASE OF THE WEEK – Life Insurance
4/10/2026 12:00:31 PM +00:00

Learn how a client can remove a life insurance policy from a qualified retirement plan using DOL PTE 92-6 without triggering taxes or reporting.

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PRESS RELEASE – The Retirement Advantage, Inc. (TRA)® Celebrates 30 Years of Leadership, Growth, and Partnership in the Retirement Industry
4/6/2026 12:00:37 PM +00:00

Celebrating 30 years, The Retirement Advantage, Inc. (TRA)® reflects on three decades of growth, innovation, and commitment to retirement plan excellence.

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CASE OF THE WEEK – Missed RMD, What’s Next
4/3/2026 1:00:40 PM +00:00

Missing an RMD can result in penalties for the intended recipient and, for employer plans, potential qualification issues. Fortunately, relief may be available if errors are corrected promptly and properly documented. Given the complexity and potential consequences, individuals should work closely with tax advisors to ensure compliance.

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PRESS RELEASE – Dylan Jones Promoted to Internal Plan Consultant at The Retirement Advantage, Inc. (TRA)®
3/30/2026 12:00:53 PM +00:00

TRA appoints Dylan Jones as Internal Plan Consultant, strengthening its advisor-first distribution model with enhanced support for RPCs, advisors, and plan sponsors.

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CASE OF THE WEEK – Contributions for Deceased Owner
3/27/2026 1:00:47 PM +00:00

Learn when a business can make a SEP plan contribution for a deceased owner, how allocations work for eligible employees, and key tax filing deadlines.

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PRESS RELEASE – The Retirement Advantage, Inc. (TRA) Expands Sales Force with Appointment of Brad Wehrfritz as Regional Plan Consultant
3/23/2026 12:00:04 PM +00:00

TRA announces the appointment of Brad Wehrfritz as Regional Plan Consultant, strengthening retirement plan consulting support in the Central region.

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CASE OF THE WEEK – After Tax Contributions and Safe Harbor PLans
3/20/2026 8:00:36 PM +00:00

Learn whether a safe harbor 401(k) plan that allows after-tax contributions can still avoid top-heavy rules and what the IRS requires.

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CASE OF THE WEEK – Reverse Rollover
3/13/2026 12:36:40 PM +00:00

Learn how a reverse rollover lets you move a traditional IRA into an eligible employer plan, including rules, restrictions, and key retirement planning advantages.

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CASE OF THE WEEK – Tax Refund Rollovers
3/6/2026 1:19:43 PM +00:00

Can the federal government contribute to your IRA? Learn how tax refunds, the new Saver’s Match, and proposed plans could boost retirement savings.

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Brian Flynn
Regional Plan Consultant
Grant Livingston
Regional Plan Consultant
Jesse McLeod
Regional Plan Consultant
Matt Solomon
Regional Plan Consultant
Jodie Mellon
Internal Plan Consultant
Austin Solomon
Internal Plan Consultant
Nate Maly
Internal Plan Consultant
Dominic Trupiano
Regional Plan Consultant
Sean Duncan
Regional Plan Consultant
Clinton C. Reese
Regional Plan Consultant
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