I thought I would highlight a few trends for you in 401k Plan Administration as we head into 2018. A continued trend and concern for employers is employees who are stressed about their personal finances. This often leads to lower productivity; and for employees who...
Last month we reviewed some differences and similarities between 401ks and IRAs that can create cost and confusion. Yet another difference you and your employees should know about is beneficiary designations. This applies to 401ks, IRAs, insurance policies, annuities,...
Retirement plan accounts such as IRAs, qualified pension, or 401k Plans, all enable participants to grow money tax deferred. Yet distribution options, protection from creditors, beneficiary designations, and contribution limits can vary significantly by Plan type. The...
There are 4 key areas for plan sponsors to understand that will help you manage your fiduciary liability with confidence. Excessive Plan FeesSelecting Imprudent InvestmentsFailing to Follow Plan Document TermsLate Participant Contributions Excessive Fees In the...
In case you missed it while you were busy with your daily duties, the DOL Rule (aka Conflict of Interest Rule) went live on June 9th. It only took 7 years to draft, craft, and compromise against fierce resistance from lobbyists, politicians, and financial...
Most owners and Plan trustees understand that they are Plan fiduciaries. However, most are unaware of the full scope that fiduciary duties entail. Hence, the false belief that in hiring service providers they relieve themselves of these duties. It is true that...
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