Viewpoints from John Hancock Retirement
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Proposed regulations on the use of forfeitures in qualified retirement plans and four best practices
Get clarification on timing and usage of forfeitures in defined contribution plans in light of the IRS’ proposed regulations on the “Use of Forfeitures in Qualified Retirement Plans."
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IRS delays SECURE 2.0 Roth catch-up rules for two years
The IRS has delayed the required implementation of the SECURE 2.0 requirement that catch-up contributions be made on a Roth basis for participants whose FICA wages for the prior year exceeded $145,000.
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How SECURE 2.0 changes RMDs, catch-up contributions, and Roth
SECURE 2.0 uses two key elements of qualified plans to make saving easier for preretirees and retirees. Learn which rules have changed and what they mean for your plan and participants.
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Four important new rules for Roth in SECURE 2.0
SECURE 2.0 uses four provisions focused on Roth. We’ve compiled our key takeaways from SECURE 2.0 for Roth IRAs and workplace plans.
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How to build an emergency fund
Do you need help figuring out how to set aside money for financial emergencies? Here are three simple steps to build your emergency fund.
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What are the long-term part-time rules under SECURE and SECURE 2.0?
The SECURE Act of 2019 contains a provision regarding long-term part-time employees that plans will need to consider this year, and the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 modified the rule. We’ll help you sort through what it all means for your plan.
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Five reasons to partner with a TPA
If you’re a financial professional in pursuit of retirement plan business, it may be time to consider a new type of partnership arrangement. Because TPAs play a key crucial role in the success of their clients' retirement programs, they're also well-positioned to help you build your practice.
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What are some best practices for ERISA retirement plan fiduciaries?
The rules for retirement plan fiduciaries are set out by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). We’ve outlined some key best practices to help fiduciaries navigate their plan governance, investments, operations, and other duties.
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IRS issues guidance on SECURE 2.0 EPCRS self-correction program expansion
The IRS has expanded the list of plan errors that qualify for its EPCRS self-correction program, as directed by the SECURE 2.0 Act. Find out what they are.
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Livening up participant education with social media-like ideas
How can plan sponsors win younger participants’ attention while making sure they get the guidance they need to make decisions? One approach is to tap into the techniques social media influencers use to make their content so appealing. Here are tips to help you do just that.
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