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Why We’re Thankful For The 401k
Let’s take some time off this week to reflect why we’re thankful for the 401k.
What’s The ‘Over/Under’ On The DOL’s New Fiduciary Rule?
Between the IRA Rollover matter and the redefinition of “regular services,” there is no shortage of ways to chip away at the new Rule. What might be one way we can expect to see the industry attack the Rule in front of a judge?
Retirement Pros Sound Off On DOL’s New Fiduciary Rule
This broader definition of fiduciary may impose a potential hardship on a segment of the retirement industry that has been trying hard to gain a foothold in plan infrastructure.
DOL Approves Citi’s ‘Diverse Asset Program’ for 401ks—What Could Go Wrong?
The DOL seems to use the same metric that it earlier employed in its statement on the Fiduciary Rule. Still, the Advisory Opinion is very precise in what it allows. Citi will have to tread carefully to not cross the line into the realm of fiduciary.
Is There A Cure For Covid Caused 401k Leakage?
It’s clear, then, that there’s a problem. In order how to best come up cure for Covid-related leakage, we have to zero in on exactly when the trouble lies.
What 401k Plan Sponsors Should Do About ‘Lost’ Participants
The DOL’s guidance on missing plan participants appears just as effective as its week 2012 Mutual Fund Fee Disclosure Rule. Yes, it’s there, but it has no viability. Still, that doesn’t mean 401k plan sponsors can ignore the issue, even if they have not lost participants.
Extreme 401k Makeover: Here’s Why DC Guaranteed Income Is A Pipedream
So what if a few very high net savers end up with bigger retirement plans? Good for them. The point is to make it easier for more people to save more.
Five Forlorn 401k Flops To Forever Forsake
This week is all about those wayward 401k features that are well beyond their expiration date. Careful, though. In the process, you’ll see what’s garbage to one is a work of art to another.
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