Viewpoints about 401(k) fees and testing
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SECURE 2.0 tax credits: a way to compete with state retirement plans
Find out how the SECURE 2.0 tax credits can help financial professionals overcome the cost advantage of state-facilitated retirement plans and open doors in the small plan market.
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How SECURE 2.0 can help your employees save more for retirement
Many sections of SECURE 2.0 Act are focused on making it easier for people to save for retirement. Get to know the provisions that can help your participants get on a better path to retirement readiness.
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14 answers you should know about 401(k) eligibility and vesting
Eligibility and vesting among the most profound decisions you make about a 401(k) plan. Based on a thorough review of ERISA regulations, here’s some bite-sized information to help you understand the basics.
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401(k) plan design: deciding who’s eligible
Employer-sponsored retirement plans play a significant role in attracting and retaining employees, with 401(k) plans leading the pack.
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Navigating SECURE 2.0 mandatory auto-enrollment
SECURE 2.0's mandatory auto-enrollment mandate took effect on January 1, 2025. Here's what plan sponsors need to know about the new rules.
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SECURE 2.0’s new Roth catch-up contribution rule
What you need to know about SECURE 2.0's new Roth catch-up contribution rule, which takes effect on January 1, 2026.
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401(k) nondiscrimination testing—a guide for plan sponsors and other fiduciaries
Nondiscrimination tests are designed to prove that qualified retirement plans aren’t just benefiting the highly compensated. Here's a review of how these tests work—and the penalties plan sponsors can pay if they get a failing grade.
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The importance of offering 401(k) loans with guardrails
Offering 401(k) loans with guardrails can help encourage responsible borrowing. Learn how to create a loan policy that provides access while helping participants keep their savings on track.
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SIMPLE IRAs: what to know after SECURE 2.0
SECURE 2.0 added an opportunity for the sponsor of a SIMPLE IRA plan to terminate the SIMPLE IRA plan midyear if the SIMPLE IRA plan is replaced with a safe harbor 401(k) plan. IRS Notice 2024-2 provided details on how this is accomplished.
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Bundled or unbundled 401(k) plan—which is right for you?
401(k) plan services are often described as bundled or unbundled. Find out what this means and factors to consider when deciding which approach may be suitable for your plan.
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