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This document is used to designate primary and contingent beneficiaries for a participant's account under the TSSD Deferred Compensation Plan, including instructions for completion and requirements

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How to fill out Designation of Beneficiary Form

1. Obtain the Designation of Beneficiary Form from your insurance provider or financial institution.
2. Read the instructions carefully to understand the requirements.
3. Fill out your personal information, such as your name, address, and account number.
4. Identify your primary beneficiaries by providing their names, addresses, and relationship to you.
5. If desired, list contingent beneficiaries who would receive benefits if the primary beneficiaries are unable to do so.
6. Review the completed form for accuracy and completeness.
7. Sign and date the form in the designated section.
8. Submit the form to your insurance provider or financial institution as instructed.

Who needs Designation of Beneficiary Form?

1. Individuals with life insurance policies.
2. Account holders with retirement accounts or pensions.
3. People with wills or estate plans requiring beneficiary designations.
4. Anyone wanting to specify how their assets should be distributed after their death.

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What is an example of beneficiary designation?

Mail Form To SF 2823, Designation For FEGLI Determines how proceeds from the life insurance are distributed.

Which type of beneficiary should be named?

spouse, partner, children, parents, brothers and sisters, business partner, key employee, trust and charitable organization.

What is a beneficiary designation example?

A beneficiary designation is the act of naming the person who will inherit an asset in the event of the account owner's passing. Some common examples include life insurance policies and retirement accounts. When the account owner passes away, their assets are then transferred to the beneficiary that they designated.

Who is considered a designated beneficiary?

Any of the following individuals are considered an eligible designated beneficiary (EDB): a surviving spouse, a disabled or chronically ill individual, an individual who is not more than 10 years younger than the IRA owner, or a child of the IRA owner who has not reached the age of majority.

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What is Designation of Beneficiary Form?

The Designation of Beneficiary Form is a legal document that allows an individual to designate specific persons or entities to receive benefits or assets upon their death, such as life insurance proceeds, retirement accounts, or other financial benefits.

Who is required to file Designation of Beneficiary Form?

Individuals who have financial accounts, insurance policies, or retirement plans that allow for the designation of beneficiaries are required to file a Designation of Beneficiary Form to ensure their assets are distributed according to their wishes.

How to fill out Designation of Beneficiary Form?

To fill out the Designation of Beneficiary Form, you should provide your personal information, including your name and contact details, list the beneficiaries by name and relationship to you, specify the percentage of benefits allocated to each beneficiary, and sign and date the form to validate it.

What is the purpose of Designation of Beneficiary Form?

The purpose of the Designation of Beneficiary Form is to provide clear instructions regarding the distribution of your financial assets after your death, thereby avoiding potential disputes among heirs and ensuring that benefits go to the intended recipients.

What information must be reported on Designation of Beneficiary Form?

The information that must be reported on the Designation of Beneficiary Form includes the policyholder's full name and contact information, the names and contact details of beneficiaries, their relationship to the policyholder, and the percentage of benefits each beneficiary is entitled to receive.