As we approach clarity with regards to Congressional action and/or implementation of the Trump Executive Order, we may find need to expand these MEP guidelines. Until then, though, companies in business associations where commonality exists may wish to use these ground rules when determining if a 401k MEP is the right course to take.
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Dependency downers, keeping it simple, and here we go again…
In an otherwise quiet week, does anyone else think it strange that a whole slew of articles came out on this one particular topic?
Legislative Odds-Making, the True Cost of Low Fees, and When “Safe” Investing Isn’t Safe.
“…anytime we are talking about disclosures, don’t make them like the lovely 404a notices. Make them simple and easy to understand. Otherwise you lose the whole point of the disclosure.”
Be wary of these regulatory plugs, marketing buzz, and investment fads.
Would you rather have the nuts and bolts practical guide for what to ask or the theoretical questions that tend towards the philosophical? Most 401k plan sponsors are too busy for theory, that’s why they’ll prefer to focus on these questions.
FiduciaryNews.com Trending Topics for ERISA Plan Sponsors: Week Ending 9/7/18
MEPs, Fees, and Leveling the ETF playing field.