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Publisher: 401(k) Specialist
Author: Editorial StaffIRS Proposes New LTPTE Regulations for 401(k)s
The IRS has issued proposed guidelines for a SECURE Act rule change regarding long-term, part-time employee participation in 401(k) plans.The IRS has issued proposed guidelines for a SECURE Act rule change regarding long-term, part-time employee participation in 401(k) plans.Tags: secure 2.0, long term part time, plan administration, plan design, legislation
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Publisher: The Wagner Law Group | The Wagner Law Group
Author: No AuthorPrepare for Upcoming Changes to Defined Contribution Plans Long-Term, Part-Time Employees
Blog: Prepare for Upcoming Changes to Defined Contribution Plans Long-Term, Part-Time Employees | The Wagner Law Group is a boutique law firm handling ERISA & Employee Benefits legal matters.Blog: Prepare for Upcoming Changes to Defined Contribution Plans Long-Term, Part-Time Employees | The Wagner Law Group is a boutique law firm handling ERISA & Employee Benefits legal matters.Tags: participant communication, secure 2.0, long term part time, plan administration, plan design
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorPlan Design
Retirement plan design addresses much more than retirement saving—today’s vehicles may offer options ranging from emergency funds, student loan matches and retirement income strategies. What plan design option would best fit your workplace?Retirement plan design addresses much more than retirement saving—today’s vehicles may offer options ranging from emergency funds, student loan matches and retirement income strategies. What plan design option would best fit your workplace?Tags: plan design, 401k, retirement plan options
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Publisher: Capital Group
Author: No AuthorAuto features: Friend or foe?
"Thoughtful" 401(k) auto-features can help boost participants’ retirement savings and strengthen their retirement readiness."Thoughtful" 401(k) auto-features can help boost participants’ retirement savings and strengthen their retirement readiness.Tags: automatic features, plan design, behavioral finance
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Publisher: The Wagner Law Group | The Wagner Law Group
Author: No AuthorAre Brokerage Windows an Effective Way of Limiting Fiduciary Risk After Hughes v. Northwestern?
In Hughes v. Northwestern University, 142 S.Ct. 737 (January 24, 2022), the Supreme Court held that fiduciaries to self-directed defined contribution retirement savings plans are responsible for determining the prudence of all investment alternatives...In Hughes v. Northwestern University, 142 S.Ct. 737 (January 24, 2022), the Supreme Court held that fiduciaries to self-directed defined contribution retirement savings plans are responsible for determining the prudence of all investment alternatives...Tags: investment options, plan design, sdb, self directed brokerage
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Publisher: Georgetown Center for Retirement Initiatives
Author: gucriOECD Issues Recommendations for the “Good” Design of Defined Contribution Retirement Plans - Georgetown...
10 recommendations for people looking to build a retirement plan with the best interest of plan participants in mind.10 recommendations for people looking to build a retirement plan with the best interest of plan participants in mind.Tags: investment options, plan design, best practices, fiduciary governance
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Publisher: Hall Benefits Law
Author: No AuthorDefensive Plan Provisions Designed to Prevent ERISA Lawsuits
3 retirement plan provisions plan sponsors may consider to help protect against ERISA violations issues... These defensive provisions can include claims procedure requirements, plan limitation periods, mandatory arbitration clauses, and class...3 retirement plan provisions plan sponsors may consider to help protect against ERISA violations issues... These defensive provisions can include claims procedure requirements, plan limitation periods, mandatory arbitration clauses, and class...Tags: plan design, plan provisions
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorNew Developments in Managed Accounts
Lower fees, more accessibility for participants and new distribution methods might make managed accounts worth a new look for employers who sponsor defined contribution plans.Lower fees, more accessibility for participants and new distribution methods might make managed accounts worth a new look for employers who sponsor defined contribution plans.Tags: investment options, plan design, managed accounts
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Publisher: 401K Specialist
Author: No AuthorReevaluating 3 Key Components of 401k Plan Design to Make a Difference
For plan sponsors willing to revisit and reimagine their approach to the core components of DC plan design, the impact on their employees’ retirement can be profound.For plan sponsors willing to revisit and reimagine their approach to the core components of DC plan design, the impact on their employees’ retirement can be profound.Tags: plan design, employee experience
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorConsiderations to Help DC Plan Sponsors Regroup for the New Year
Mercer says delving into participant data and keeping up with new product offerings, legislation and regulations can help plan sponsors improve their retirement programs in 2022.Mercer says delving into participant data and keeping up with new product offerings, legislation and regulations can help plan sponsors improve their retirement programs in 2022.Tags: participant outcomes, retirement readiness, plan design
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorIncreasing DC Plan Default Deferral Rates a Better Driver of Higher Savings
Could increasing the default savings rate be a best practice to help boost new participants’ retirement savings? See the research and outcomes here.Could increasing the default savings rate be a best practice to help boost new participants’ retirement savings? See the research and outcomes here.Tags: retirement readiness, plan design, deferral rates
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorConsiderations for Implementing a Phased Retirement Program
What exactly is a phased retirement program? The 401(k) Plan Sponsor Question of the Week, answered!What exactly is a phased retirement program? The 401(k) Plan Sponsor Question of the Week, answered!Tags: plan design, phased retirement
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorDC Specialists and Their Value to Plan Sponsors
Trends in the plan sponsor and defined contribution plan scene - an insightful study.Trends in the plan sponsor and defined contribution plan scene - an insightful study.Tags: plan design, statistics, survey, value add
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorTo Attract and Retain
In a competitive employment environment, a strong retirement plan is key to attract and retain top talent.In a competitive employment environment, a strong retirement plan is key to attract and retain top talent.Tags: recruiting and retention, plan design
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Publisher: Plan Sponsor Consultants
Author: No AuthorSEPs, MEPs and PEPs – Discover the Differences and Ideas for Your Workplace Retirement Plan
Just ask anyone: Uncle Sam and the retirement industry love acronyms. Another was added in December 2020—PEP—which conveniently rhymes with MEP and SEP.Just ask anyone: Uncle Sam and the retirement industry love acronyms. Another was added in December 2020—PEP—which conveniently rhymes with MEP and SEP.Tags: plan design, plan sponsor consultants, mep, sep
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Publisher: Fiduciary Decisions Insights
Author: No AuthorBehavior Drives Outcomes: Learn how to enhance plans to drive retirement success
Did you know that savings rates are 56% higher in plans with automatic enrollment?[1] There are a lot of plan elements that have a big impact on how your plan sponsors guide participants towards saving – learn how to emphasize them in your plans an...Did you know that savings rates are 56% higher in plans with automatic enrollment?[1] There are a lot of plan elements that have a big impact on how your plan sponsors guide participants towards saving – learn how to emphasize them in your plans an...Tags: participant behavior, automatic features, plan design, behavioral finance
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Publisher: MarketWatch
Author: Robert PowellIs it time to ditch target-date funds in your 401(k)?
A managed account makes sense for some investors -- especially midcareerA managed account makes sense for some investors -- especially midcareerTags: additional benefit, investment options, plan design, target date investments
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