Viewpoints about Retirement plan sponsors
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How technology can help retirees
New technologies and their associated services have been developed that can help keep retirees independent and safe at home longer. As you think about supporting your employees as they near retirement, you may want to know about technologies that are available, the associated costs, and how preretirees might prepare for the expenses.
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Tips for creating a prudent governance process for your retirement plan
Proper plan governance does more than help a retirement plan run smoothly. It helps plan fiduciaries demonstrate that they acted prudently. Get tips for building a prudent governance process.
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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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How we can make retirement plans better
CEO Wayne Park reflects on the retirement plan industry's mission and the three jobs we need to accomplish to help us achieve that mission.
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SECURE 2.0 checklist—a simple way to help you keep your plan compliant
Having a SECURE 2.0 retirement plan checklist can help plan sponsors stay organized and track compliance. Use our sample as a guide to help you create yours.
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A trick to boosting employee engagement in your retirement plan
Learn when the most effective time to engage with participants about your plan and its features may be and how to tailor your messaging to their unique needs.
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What’s a QDRO and what are my fiduciary duties?
What happens to a participant’s 401(k) account in a divorce? It depends on the qualified domestic relations order (QDRO). Learn what a QDRO is and your responsibilities as a plan sponsor.
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Is a nonqualified plan right for your business?
A nonqualified deferred compensation (NQDC) arrangement can be an effective talent acquisition and retention tool. But how you optimize plan design can depend on your business objectives. Here are a few questions that can help you determine if an NQDC plan may be right for your business.
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What's IRS Form 5500?
Defined contribution and defined benefit plan sponsors must file IRS Form 5500 every year. Learn what a Form 5500 is, the key deadlines, and the penalties for noncompliance.
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Is fiduciary liability insurance the same as a fidelity bond?
Many plan sponsors think fidelity bonds and fiduciary insurance are one in the same, but they’re not. Our comparison of fidelity bonds versus fiduciary insurance helps you understand the difference and why both are important.
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