Q. May the Safe Harbor 401(k) 3% NEC be
used to satisfy the Top Heavy contribution?
Rev. 6/25/02
A. Yes. Because all employees eligible
to make elective deferrals will receive the 3% nonelective contribution for
the plan year, this type of contribution may be used to satisfy both the top
heavy minimum contribution as well as the Safe Harbor contribution. IRS Notice
98-52 The employer must be careful that the 3% is not part of an integrated
allocation formula. The top-heavy minimum and the 3% Safe Harbor contribution
may not be integrated.
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