Benefit Offset

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Definition: Benefit Offset


Benefit Offset


Full Definition of Benefit Offset


A partial or complete loss of retirement plan benefits which may result when an employee owes money to his or her plan or receives benefits from another source. The Social Security Act includes a provision for withholding up to 10% of benefits from beneficiaries who owe money to their plan.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Benefit Offset are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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