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Publisher: benefitspro.com
Author: No Author1 in 3 u-s- workers not saving for retirement
As Americans struggle with inflation and other challenging economic factors, saving for retirement often takes a back seat to more immediate concerns.As Americans struggle with inflation and other challenging economic factors, saving for retirement often takes a back seat to more immediate concerns.As Americans struggle with inflation and other challenging economic factors, saving for retirement often takes a back seat to more immediate concerns.Tags: participant behavior, participant education, automatic features, participant outcomes, employee enrollment
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No Authorhow should plan sponsors communicate when the market plunges plansponsor
Hits to the stock market mean participants will see retirement savings losses, so plan sponsors should have a communication plan in place to steady reactions.Hits to the stock market mean participants will see retirement savings losses, so plan sponsors should have a communication plan in place to steady reactions.Hits to the stock market mean participants will see retirement savings losses, so plan sponsors should have a communication plan in place to steady reactions.Tags: participant education, financial wellness, participant communication
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Publisher: Fred Reish
Author: Fred Reishthe new fiduciary rule 42the regulation and exemptions are stayed 2what remains - fred reish
This article and the next look at guidance by SEC on rollover recommendations, which parallel the DOL’s but which only require a single recommendation.This article and the next look at guidance by SEC on rollover recommendations, which parallel the DOL’s but which only require a single recommendation.This article and the next look at guidance by SEC on rollover recommendations, which parallel the DOL’s but which only require a single recommendation.Tags: legislation, fiduciary responsibility
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Publisher: 401k Specialist
Author: Brian Anderson, Editor-in-Chiefhave a financial advisor retire 2 years earlier study finds
Americans with an advisor expect to retire two years sooner than those who don't work with an advisor, Northwestern Mutual study findsAmericans with an advisor expect to retire two years sooner than those who don't work with an advisor, Northwestern Mutual study findsAmericans with an advisor expect to retire two years sooner than those who don't work with an advisor, Northwestern Mutual study findsTags: financial wellness, financial stress
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Publisher: benefitspro.com
Author: No Authoras gen x turns 60 this generation doubts their retirement readiness
This "sandwich generation," more than any others, may need to be made aware of just how short they be in their retirement savings journey, as well as SECURE 2.0 catch-up contributions, according to a new report.This "sandwich generation," more than any others, may need to be made aware of just how short they be in their retirement savings journey, as well as SECURE 2.0 catch-up contributions, according to a new report.This "sandwich generation," more than any others, may need to be made aware of just how short they be in their retirement savings journey, as well as SECURE 2.0 catch-up contributions, according to a new report.Tags: participant behavior, delayed retirement, retirement readiness, secure 2.0
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Publisher: benefitspro.com
Author: No Author4 tips to cultivate a work environment that better supports financially struggling employees
Proper financial care enables your people to get the mental and physical support they need to be their very best at work.Proper financial care enables your people to get the mental and physical support they need to be their very best at work.Proper financial care enables your people to get the mental and physical support they need to be their very best at work.Tags: participant behavior, participant communication
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No Authoroptimizing plan design in the investment menu plansponsor
Experts discuss the trends of streamlining the investment menu and adding lifetime income options.Experts discuss the trends of streamlining the investment menu and adding lifetime income options.Experts discuss the trends of streamlining the investment menu and adding lifetime income options.Tags: retirement income, investment options, plan design
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Publisher: benefitspro.com
Author: No Authorsecure 2-0 act impact 8 mandatory changes for 401k plans in 2024
Employers can "match" contributions for student loan payments to 401(k)s or offer auto-enrollment in an emergency savings account for participants, who could make contributions up to $2,500.Employers can "match" contributions for student loan payments to 401(k)s or offer auto-enrollment in an emergency savings account for participants, who could make contributions up to $2,500.Employers can "match" contributions for student loan payments to 401(k)s or offer auto-enrollment in an emergency savings account for participants, who could make contributions up to $2,500.Tags: secure 2.0, plan design
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Publisher: Principal
Author: No Authorwhy are employees not participating in their 401ks
Tackling three roadblocks to retirement plan participationTackling three roadblocks to retirement plan participationTackling three roadblocks to retirement plan participationTags: participant behavior, plan design, participation rates
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Publisher: Workplace Privacy, Data Management & Security Report
Author: Joseph J. Lazzarottiwhy retirement plan sponsors and fiduciaries need to know about the sec cybersecurity amendments
In 2021, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued cybersecurity guidance for ERISA-covered retirement plans. The guidance expands the duties retirement planIn 2021, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued cybersecurity guidance for ERISA-covered retirement plans. The guidance expands the duties retirement planIn 2021, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued cybersecurity guidance for ERISA-covered retirement plans. The guidance expands the duties retirement planTags: fiduciary responsibility, cybersecurity
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Publisher: ComplianceDashboard Blog
Author: Peter Iverson, Esq.irs releases guidance on disaster relief distributions and loans under 401k plans
Learn about disaster relief distributions and expanded loans under qualified retirement plans.Learn about disaster relief distributions and expanded loans under qualified retirement plans.Learn about disaster relief distributions and expanded loans under qualified retirement plans.Tags: secure 2.0, loans, irs, disaster relief
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Publisher: AmericaSaves
Author: No Author6 Steps To Jumpstart Your Retirement Journey! | America Saves
Retirement is one of those endeavors that fall into the “someday” category. When living your day-to-day life as a person in their 20s, 30s, and even your 40s and those everyday expenses pop up, it’s more difficult to save for something that is ...Retirement is one of those endeavors that fall into the “someday” category. When living your day-to-day life as a person in their 20s, 30s, and even your 40s and those everyday expenses pop up, it’s more difficult to save for something that is ...Retirement is one of those endeavors that fall into the “someday” category. When living your day-to-day life as a person in their 20s, 30s, and even your 40s and those everyday expenses pop up, it’s more difficult to save for something that is ...Tags: participant education, retirement savings
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Publisher: benefitspro.com
Author: No AuthorEmployees want financial wellness, but what are they really asking for?
While most employees would stay put if an employer provided financial advice, employers need to segment their employees to address particular needs: Who wants a live webinar? Who wants personalized in-person advice?While most employees would stay put if an employer provided financial advice, employers need to segment their employees to address particular needs: Who wants a live webinar? Who wants personalized in-person advice?While most employees would stay put if an employer provided financial advice, employers need to segment their employees to address particular needs: Who wants a live webinar? Who wants personalized in-person advice?Tags: participant education, financial wellness, financial stress, additional benefit, participant wellbeing
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Publisher: 401(k) Specialist
Author: Brian Anderson, Editor-in-ChiefInflation Worries Savers; Few Act to Counter It
New report from Lincoln Financial shows retirement savers are most concerned about inflation, but few are taking action to combat itNew report from Lincoln Financial shows retirement savers are most concerned about inflation, but few are taking action to combat itNew report from Lincoln Financial shows retirement savers are most concerned about inflation, but few are taking action to combat itTags: participant behavior, participant education, financial wellness, participant communication, financial stress, inflation
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Publisher: BenefitsPRO
Author: No AuthorIRS sets 'withdraw limits' on new 401(k)-linked emergency savings accounts | BenefitsPRO
The IRS has issued initial guidance to help plan sponsors implement the new pension-linked emergency savings accounts - and is open to comments in order to limit participant abuse of sidecar account matching contributions.The IRS has issued initial guidance to help plan sponsors implement the new pension-linked emergency savings accounts - and is open to comments in order to limit participant abuse of sidecar account matching contributions.The IRS has issued initial guidance to help plan sponsors implement the new pension-linked emergency savings accounts - and is open to comments in order to limit participant abuse of sidecar account matching contributions.Tags: emergency savings
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Publisher: 401(k) Specialist
Author: Thomas Hawkins4 Retirement Initiatives Vital to Closing the Racial Wealth Gap
Thomas Hawkins explains how plan sponsor support of four specific retirement initiatives is vital to closing the racial wealth gapThomas Hawkins explains how plan sponsor support of four specific retirement initiatives is vital to closing the racial wealth gapThomas Hawkins explains how plan sponsor support of four specific retirement initiatives is vital to closing the racial wealth gapTags: automatic features, participant outcomes, financial wellness, emergency savings, match
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorHow Plan Sponsors Can Address Declining Retirement Confidence in 2024 | PLANSPONSOR
Plan sponsors should consider diversifying their fixed-income allocations in their investment menus, as well as exploring optional SECURE 2.0 provisions, to improve retirement readiness, according to MFS.Plan sponsors should consider diversifying their fixed-income allocations in their investment menus, as well as exploring optional SECURE 2.0 provisions, to improve retirement readiness, according to MFS.Plan sponsors should consider diversifying their fixed-income allocations in their investment menus, as well as exploring optional SECURE 2.0 provisions, to improve retirement readiness, according to MFS.Tags: retirement readiness, secure 2.0, investment options
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Publisher: PLANSPONSOR
Author: No AuthorGen Z Employees Seek More Personalized, Year-Round Benefits Experience | PLANSPONSOR
New MetLife data suggests that employers should re-evaluate their benefits strategies with this cohort’s needs in mind.New MetLife data suggests that employers should re-evaluate their benefits strategies with this cohort’s needs in mind.New MetLife data suggests that employers should re-evaluate their benefits strategies with this cohort’s needs in mind.Tags: participant education, participant communication, additional benefit, gen-z
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Publisher: BenefitsPRO
Author: No AuthorTroubling 401(k) trend: Raiding retirement savings with hardship withdrawals | BenefitsPRO
Despite consistent contribution levels, many participants have been increasingly tapping their retirement savings - and avoiding foreclosure and paying medical expenses were given as the top two reasons, says Fidelity.Despite consistent contribution levels, many participants have been increasingly tapping their retirement savings - and avoiding foreclosure and paying medical expenses were given as the top two reasons, says Fidelity.Despite consistent contribution levels, many participants have been increasingly tapping their retirement savings - and avoiding foreclosure and paying medical expenses were given as the top two reasons, says Fidelity.Tags: participant behavior, financial wellness, loans, hardship
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