Compliance
The Diminishing Returns Of Group Fiduciaries Forewarns Of The Dangers Of Government Retirement Solutions
This dilemma isn’t new. Trust officers have had to face it for generations. It’s called a “split-interest” trust. Multiply this split interest problem by the number of beneficiaries in a typical retirement plan and you can see how this conflict grows more complex.
These Least Critical 401k Fiduciary Duties Might Surprise You
By far, there’s almost universal agreement that 401k fiduciaries should be less concerned about investment performance than you might have seen a generation ago. Why is this so?
401k Experts Believe These Are The Most Critical Fiduciary Priorities
Not only do you need to watch the place that holds all the money, you need to watch the pipeline that feeds the money there.
Have The DOL’s Fiduciary Efforts Made Things Worse?
Let’s not just blame certification providers. Government agencies responsible for monitoring and enforcement are also responsible for market confusion and the dilution of the “fiduciary” standard.
401k Plan Sponsor Fiduciary Fears Differ From Retirement Advisers Concerns
Documentation, due diligence, and other formal compliance matters are critical to reducing the fiduciary liability of 401k plan sponsors. But ultimately, they are responsible for safeguarding the assets of plan participants.
SECURE 2.0: Over-Hyped or Game-Changer?
We asked retirement advisors from across the country whether they felt SECURE 2.0 had been over-hyped or represented a game changer. Here’s what they said on a few key issues.
5 Regulatory Issues That Worry Retirement Pros
Here are five regulatory worries for those on the front lines: the professionals who devote their careers to helping improve the retirement prospects of others.
Are DOL’s ESG Tactics Backfiring With The 401k Fiduciary?
Should the platform offer ESG doesn’t necessarily mean good news for the 401k plan sponsor. Including ESG funds might introduce other risks.
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