A new article, Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Rules for Tax-Indifferent Entities (Section 457A), discusses the rules that apply to deferred compensation plans maintained by certain corporations located in tax haven jurisdictions and partnerships owned by such corporations and/or by tax-exempt organizations. Topics covered include:
- Purpose of Section 457A
- Application of Section 457A
- Substantial Risk of Forfeiture
- Nonqualified Entities
- Service Providers
- Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plans
- Tax Effect of Section 457A
- Relationship between Section 457A and FICA Taxes
- Relationship between Sections 457A and 409A
- Effective Date and Transitional Rule