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Publisher: BenefitsPRO
Author: No AuthorBetter 401(k) behavior: 25 ways to 'nudge' employees to sock more money away | BenefitsPRO
Drip marketing works. That’s why employers need to continually show employees more and more reasons why they should save for retirement, using a variety of signs, email campaigns and text messaging.Drip marketing works. That’s why employers need to continually show employees more and more reasons why they should save for retirement, using a variety of signs, email campaigns and text messaging.Drip marketing works. That’s why employers need to continually show employees more and more reasons why they should save for retirement, using a variety of signs, email campaigns and text messaging.Tags: participant education, financial wellness, participant communication, retirement savings
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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.The IRS has issued proposed guidelines for a SECURE Act rule change regarding long-term, part-time employee participation in 401(k) plans.Tags: legislation, secure 2.0, plan design, long term part time, plan administration
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorHow Social Media Influences Plan Sponsors' Communication | PLANSPONSOR
When crafting messages for up to five generations of workers, a more succinct, informal approach can help ‘maximize the exposure.’When crafting messages for up to five generations of workers, a more succinct, informal approach can help ‘maximize the exposure.’When crafting messages for up to five generations of workers, a more succinct, informal approach can help ‘maximize the exposure.’Tags: participant communication, employee communication
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorWhich Matters More When Recruiting, Wages or Benefits? | PLANSPONSOR
Employers often have to choose between competitive wages and a robust retirement package, according to panelists at a DCIIA conference. Their choice may influence what kind of workers they attract.Employers often have to choose between competitive wages and a robust retirement package, according to panelists at a DCIIA conference. Their choice may influence what kind of workers they attract.Employers often have to choose between competitive wages and a robust retirement package, according to panelists at a DCIIA conference. Their choice may influence what kind of workers they attract.Tags: participant behavior, additional benefit, recruiting and retention
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorGen Z, Millennials to Seek Employer Support for Retirement Savings in 2024 | PLANSPONSOR
Despite dealing with the most debt of any current generation, Gen Z and Millennial workers value saving for retirement and are the most likely to use workplace-provided advice services.Despite dealing with the most debt of any current generation, Gen Z and Millennial workers value saving for retirement and are the most likely to use workplace-provided advice services.Despite dealing with the most debt of any current generation, Gen Z and Millennial workers value saving for retirement and are the most likely to use workplace-provided advice services.Tags: participant behavior, retirement savings, gen-z
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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.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, plan design, long term part time, plan administration
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Publisher: 401(k) Specialist
Author: Amanda UmpierrezThis Open Enrollment Season, Don't Expect Workers to Review Retirement Savings
Only 44% of workers will review retirement contributions during open enrollment season, finds a new survey by Corebridge and Morning Consult.Only 44% of workers will review retirement contributions during open enrollment season, finds a new survey by Corebridge and Morning Consult.Only 44% of workers will review retirement contributions during open enrollment season, finds a new survey by Corebridge and Morning Consult.Tags: participant behavior, employee enrollment, employee behavior
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorEmployers Largely Underestimate Employees’ Caregiving Responsibilities | PLANSPONSOR
While working caregivers tend to have little in emergency savings and often retire early, employers’ benefit offerings are misaligned with what caregivers want and need, new TIAA research shows.While working caregivers tend to have little in emergency savings and often retire early, employers’ benefit offerings are misaligned with what caregivers want and need, new TIAA research shows.While working caregivers tend to have little in emergency savings and often retire early, employers’ benefit offerings are misaligned with what caregivers want and need, new TIAA research shows.Tags:
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorTime to Shine: Plan Sponsors Must Optimize Open Enrollment Window
Most participants procrastinate in reviewing their benefits, and many do it quickly. Plan sponsors need to communicate effectively and leverage educational tools, according to Voya.Most participants procrastinate in reviewing their benefits, and many do it quickly. Plan sponsors need to communicate effectively and leverage educational tools, according to Voya.Most participants procrastinate in reviewing their benefits, and many do it quickly. Plan sponsors need to communicate effectively and leverage educational tools, according to Voya.Tags: employee enrollment, participant communication, employee communication, employee behavior
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Publisher: BenefitsPRO
Author: No AuthorThe 401(k) plan, reimagined: Key SECURE 2.0 changes that take effect in 2024
Aside from the wealth of provisions offering everything from tax credits to reduced administrative burdens, the new law will be critical in building savings for part-timers, nonprofit workers and those saddled with student debt.Aside from the wealth of provisions offering everything from tax credits to reduced administrative burdens, the new law will be critical in building savings for part-timers, nonprofit workers and those saddled with student debt.Aside from the wealth of provisions offering everything from tax credits to reduced administrative burdens, the new law will be critical in building savings for part-timers, nonprofit workers and those saddled with student debt.Tags: secure 2.0
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Publisher: 401(k) Specialist
Author: Brian Anderson, Editor-in-ChiefPlan Sponsors Look for Personalized Solutions to Help Participants Reach Retirement Readiness
Plan sponsors looking for personalized solutions to help participants reach retirement readiness, new Cerulli white paper findsPlan sponsors looking for personalized solutions to help participants reach retirement readiness, new Cerulli white paper findsPlan sponsors looking for personalized solutions to help participants reach retirement readiness, new Cerulli white paper findsTags: financial wellness, financial stress, planning, managed accounts
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Publisher: 401(k) Specialist
Author: Thomas HawkinsNo One is Coming to Save You From Missing Participants
No one is coming to save plan sponsors from the scary problem of missing participants, but steps can be taken to minimize the incidenceNo one is coming to save plan sponsors from the scary problem of missing participants, but steps can be taken to minimize the incidenceNo one is coming to save plan sponsors from the scary problem of missing participants, but steps can be taken to minimize the incidenceTags: fiduciary responsibility, missing participants
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Publisher: USA TODAY
Author: No AuthorHow does the U.S. retirement system stack up against other countries? Just above average.
U.S. retirement gets a C+ in a global study. See which countries topped the list and which faltered.U.S. retirement gets a C+ in a global study. See which countries topped the list and which faltered.U.S. retirement gets a C+ in a global study. See which countries topped the list and which faltered.Tags: 401k, retirement plan options, benchmarking
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Publisher: SHRM
Author: Kathy GurchiekGeneration Z Eyes Early Retirement, Wants Personalized 401(k) Advice
Workers ages 21 to 26 want to retire at age 61. However, these Generation Z members say inflation, monthly bills and unexpected expenses are among the obstacles to saving for a comfortable retirement, according to a new Schwab study.Workers ages 21 to 26 want to retire at age 61. However, these Generation Z members say inflation, monthly bills and unexpected expenses are among the obstacles to saving for a comfortable retirement, according to a new Schwab study.Workers ages 21 to 26 want to retire at age 61. However, these Generation Z members say inflation, monthly bills and unexpected expenses are among the obstacles to saving for a comfortable retirement, according to a new Schwab study.Tags: gen-z, advice, retirement age
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Publisher: BenefitsPRO
Author: No AuthorThe 3 top 401(k) fiduciary liability mistakes (and how to avoid them) | BenefitsPRO
Litigation is on the rise around employer retirement plans, so an understanding the most common mistakes made by others is a great way to avoid losses for both your employees and your organization.Litigation is on the rise around employer retirement plans, so an understanding the most common mistakes made by others is a great way to avoid losses for both your employees and your organization.Litigation is on the rise around employer retirement plans, so an understanding the most common mistakes made by others is a great way to avoid losses for both your employees and your organization.Tags: fiduciary responsibility, best practices
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Publisher: Wall Street Journal
Author: No AuthorHow to Get a 401(k) Match for Your Student Loan Payments
Rule changes mean paying down your student loans could soon help boost your retirement account.Rule changes mean paying down your student loans could soon help boost your retirement account.Rule changes mean paying down your student loans could soon help boost your retirement account.Tags: secure 2.0, additional benefit, student loan
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Publisher: CNBC
Author: Sharon Epperson,Stephanie DhueAmid financial stress, workers are asking for emergency savings accounts as a job benefit, survey finds
Employers are taking notice of employees' financial concerns beyond traditional retirement savings and are expanding their benefit offerings in response.Employers are taking notice of employees' financial concerns beyond traditional retirement savings and are expanding their benefit offerings in response.Employers are taking notice of employees' financial concerns beyond traditional retirement savings and are expanding their benefit offerings in response.Tags: financial wellness, financial stress, secure 2.0, emergency savings, 401k
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Publisher: 401(k) Specialist
Author: Amanda UmpierrezHigher Rates of Retirees Head Back to Work
More Baby Boomer and Generation X workers are open to working post-retirement—but the reasons aren’t purely financial, finds Empower.More Baby Boomer and Generation X workers are open to working post-retirement—but the reasons aren’t purely financial, finds Empower.More Baby Boomer and Generation X workers are open to working post-retirement—but the reasons aren’t purely financial, finds Empower.Tags: delayed retirement, additional benefit, phased retirement, beyond retirement
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Publisher: Business Insider
Author: No Author401(k) catch-up contribution limit changes coming in 2026: 4 things you should know now
Here's what you need to know about the 401(k) catch-up contribution limit changes coming in 2026. The SECURE 2.0 Act will affect older, higher-earning workers.Here's what you need to know about the 401(k) catch-up contribution limit changes coming in 2026. The SECURE 2.0 Act will affect older, higher-earning workers.Here's what you need to know about the 401(k) catch-up contribution limit changes coming in 2026. The SECURE 2.0 Act will affect older, higher-earning workers.Tags: secure 2.0, plan provisions, contribution limits
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Publisher: 401(k) Specialist
Author: Brian Anderson, Editor-in-ChiefExploring the Very Real Workplace Financial Wellness Gender Gap
New study from HerMoney and Principal explores the very real workplace financial wellness gender gap, perceptions about investingNew study from HerMoney and Principal explores the very real workplace financial wellness gender gap, perceptions about investingNew study from HerMoney and Principal explores the very real workplace financial wellness gender gap, perceptions about investingTags: financial wellness, financial stress, diversity, inclusion, women
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