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Can I defer my unused annual leave amount to a Texa$aver 401(k) or 457 Plan account?

 

Answer:

Texa$aver participants can defer unused annual leave payments to their 401(k) and/or 457 Plan account upon termination. The IRS allows deferred compensation plans to defer all or portions of their lump sum compensation that is paid within the 2 1/2 months following separation from service. Contact your HR or Payroll department before your last day of employment.

You can defer part or all of your unused annual leave payment to your Texa$aver account. If you do a partial deposit, you will receive a check for the remainder, which will be taxed. Maximum annual deferral limits apply.

 

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 Can I defer my unused annual leave amount to an IRA or other non-Texa$aver account?

 

Answer:

No, you can only defer to a Texa$aver 401(k) or 457 Plan account.

Some higher education institutions allow you to defer annual leave to other deferred compensation programs. You can also defer your unused annual leave payment to a Texa$aver Plan account.

 

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Do I avoid taxes by depositing my unused annual leave amount into my Texa$aver account? 

 

Answer:

Social Security and Medicare taxes are withheld based on the entire lump sum payment. Federal income tax withholding is computed on the amount that is withheld for Social Security and Medicare taxed.

 

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Can I open a Texa$aver account?

 

Answer:

Yes. You must enroll in a Texa$aver Plan account prior to leaving employment. See instructions for how to enroll.

 

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How long does it take for the funds to be deposited into my Texa$aver account?

 

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The deferral can take up to 75 days from your termination date to post to your Texa$aver Plan account.