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Anything from playful banter to biting satire to serious rhetorical considerations, come read and enjoy as we go beyond the headlines and into the meat of the issue.
The Fiduciary Issue and the Election
Will the Fiduciary Standard and the DOL’s new Fiduciary Rule become collateral damage in a Romney victory?
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Three Outside-the-Box Tips for 401k Plan Sponsors
Some may be shocked, but smart fiduciaries already know the truth behind these outlandish tips.
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Thoughts on Attending My First fi360 Conference
I was sad when it was over. It was like saying goodbye to old friends. I wanted to stay and keep talking. Oh well, there’s always next year…
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Santa’s 2011 401k Nice and Naughty List
In a Season of Traditions we proudly begin a new tradition, one in keeping with our mission to celebrate fiduciary (with a dash of mirth).
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Plan Sponsors Smile: Hooray for the 401k!
Will Congress be the Grinch that stole our 401k plans and try to balance the budget on the backs of retirees?
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Time for SEC’s Schapiro to Resign?
A Play-by-Play citing media articles throughout the year showing how SEC Chair Mary Schapiro misplayed her strategy to hold the fiduciary standard hostage for more Congressional money.
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DOL Transcript Shows a True Fiduciary Friend as Phyllis Borzi Brooks No Bull
Several early reports suggested the DOL appeared ready to compromise their fiduciary principles by harmonizing with other agencies. The transcript reveals a surprising reality.
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401k 2.0 – A Proposal
Isn’t it ironic that the very people who 401k plans were created to benefit have decided it’s easier to ignore the maze than to constructively participate. Allowing the 401k to evolve up to today’s technology will solve many problems.
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Wall Street Speaks: Fix Washington!
While the passage of Health Care Reform muted the market’s momentum in late March, the Goldman Sachs hearings proved the turning point. The folks on Main Street just lost 10% of their retirement savings in less than a month. You can’t blame Wall Street for that.
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3 Reasons to Outlaw Index Investing Right Now (and One Selfish Reason Not To) in 5 Acts
Has index investing become the soma of savers? Does it place employees – and the markets – in harm’s way? By extension, has the 401k fiduciary now assumed a greater liability?
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