There might be a there, there. It could be that TDFs have an Achilles’ Heel that leaves them vulnerable.
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The conflicts-of-interest inherent in selecting proprietary funds are apparent. Less so are the criteria used to determine what a suitable process might be.
![401k Fiduciary Can Of Worms: Managed, Self-Directed, And TDFs! Oh, My!](https://fiduciarynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/gummy-worms-1538543-660x395-1-505x306_c.jpg)
But that idea contained a flaw. In the early years, limited choices made it easy for employees. The proliferation of the number of options in later years, however, exposed the lack of sophistication within the employee cohort. That can lead to bad decision-making. Alternative solutions were needed.
![How 401k Plan Sponsors Can Mitigate Fiduciary Liability Associated with Target Date Funds](https://fiduciarynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/course-srb-1-1154518-660x395-505x306_c.jpg)
There are two strategic paths to use when it comes reducing liability. One approach occurs after the fact – after the target date funds are already in place. The other approach takes place before the target date funds are even placed on the 401k plan menu. Which is more reliable?
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Compliance mixed bag, SEC BI DOA? and “Investments: The Sequel”
![How QDIAs Have Changed the Fiduciary Role of 401k Plan Sponsors](https://fiduciarynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/tunnel-1434220-660x395-505x306_c.jpg)
When retirement industry professionals talk about the impact of the 2006 Pension Protection Act, you might be surprised that this is what they conclude.
Will These Be The Biggest 401k Fiduciary Stories In 2024?
If you have any experience in the retirement plan business, some predictions just write themselves. As in “an incredible feeling of déjà vu.”