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To MEP Or Not To MEP? That is the SECURE 401k Question
It’s important to remember that the 401k MEP is just a vehicle. Whether they truly meet the objective of employees saving more for retirement and doing so effectively and efficiently comes down to execution.
Why Are We Seeing More Cases of “Fear of Spending” Among Retirees?
Perhaps, just as plan sponsors have developed onboarding programs for new hires when it comes to saving for retirement, maybe they should add “unboarding” programs as a bookend for those nearing retirement.
Should a Plan Sponsor Adopt a 401k Investment Policy Statement?
Whether a plan sponsor decides to adopt a 401k IPS remains an open question. It’s not a question that should be treated casually. Every plan situation is different. Plan sponsors therefore must conduct a thorough due diligence to determine what’s best for their plan.
What is a 401k Investment Policy Statement (IPS)?
Although we’ve seen a broader acceptance of using an IPS, their use is by no means universal and particularly lacking among smaller employers. Perhaps there’s a realization that, if you don’t get the IPS right, you’ll only increase your liability.
Exclusive Interview: Skip Schweiss Says Public Today “Much More Aware” of Need to Work With Fiduciary
“Surveys show about half of investors don’t know how much they’re paying for advice, and about one in six think they pay nothing.”
The 5 Biggest Worries of 401k Plan Sponsors and What To Do About Them
When you’re not an expert in an important job that you need done, what do you do?
How to Address Top Fiduciary Issues for Trade Associations Sponsoring 401k MEPs
It appears all but certain the floodgates will soon open wide, unleashing a torrent of trade association sponsored 401k MEPs. If you’re looking for the trigger that will open those floodgates, here’s what you should be paying attention to.
Fiduciary Lessons from Ken Fisher Fallout
Therein lies the conundrum. In the current environment, it may be far easier to overlook the failure to meet benchmarks with adequate consistency than it is to ignore the du jour ad hoc definition of woke.
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