Plan Sponsors
Ideas From ‘Beyond Fiduciary’ Hint At The Future Of 401k
The antiseptic compliance regime spelled out by the DOL and ERISA has to date defined fiduciary services. Perhaps, if we’re going to consider what is “beyond” that sterile definition, we might want to go back to the future. In a sense, rediscovering where “fiduciary” initially came from might suggest where it is headed.
Why Is ‘Fiduciary’ Losing Its Luster?
Back then, at least, we knew who wore the white hats and who whore the black hats. Today, thanks to muddled and often conflicting regulations for multiple agencies, everyone is wearing fifty shades of gray.
Outside (Inside) The Box Thinking About Non-Traditional Employee Benefits
The key intent of this strategy is to allow freedom to and reward long-term employees who have accumulated the skills the company needs to compete.
Should 401k Plan Sponsors Help Employees Gain Financial Independence?
Still, it seems most financial professionals feel anything that brings people closer to the road towards financial independence should be encouraged.
What Do You Think Of These Auto-Enrollment/Auto-Escalation Trends?
Overall, nearly 1 in 5 companies still have not adopted auto-enrollment. There are common reasons why companies would not include auto-enrollment in their plans.
What Professional Fiduciary’s Really Think Are 401k Plan Sponsors’ Biggest Challenge
The root of these broader fiduciary concerns lies within the domain of compliance. Everything derives from what the regulators require, what any DOL audit might look at, and what might pique the interest of class-action attorneys.
401k Plan Sponsor Challenges From A Professional Fiduciary’s Point Of View Per ChatGPT
Oddly the first question, the one asked from the plan sponsor’s perspective, came back with a slightly different answer (identifying appropriate investment options and then providing employee education regarding those options). This second question, from the professional fiduciary’s outlook, adds a bit of emphasis on fees. Are the different responses significant? Is the similarity in responses a problem?
Evolving Definition Of Retirement Shifts The Way Plan Sponsors And Third Party Fiduciaries Manage 401k Plans
That’s what a new education can focus on. Instead of the same-old-same-old of emphasizing “saving early and often,” education should think past the sale.
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