Many Gen Xers are balancing financial demands from both parents and children while trying to boost their retirement savings. With rising costs and market uncertainty, the right planning strategies can help make the most of their remaining earning years.
March 12, 2025
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Amazon is facing a class-action lawsuit over allegations of mismanaging millions in forfeited 401(k) funds, potentially benefiting the company at employees' expense. As similar lawsuits target major corporations, the outcome could impact how retirement plans are managed industry wide.
March 5, 2025
Find out more Part-time employees now have greater access to employer-sponsored retirement plans, but their financial challenges often differ from those of full-time workers. Learn how tailored support, flexible education, and strategic plan design can help them save for the future.
March 5, 2025
Find out more Many employees unknowingly leave free retirement dollars on the table due to psychological biases like present bias, loss aversion, and decision paralysis. Understanding these barriers can help plan sponsors implement strategies that encourage higher contributions and ensure employees maximize their employer match.
February 11, 2025
Find out more A new report highlights the risks and oversight challenges of including cryptocurrency in 401(k) plans, citing high volatility, regulatory uncertainty, and cybersecurity threats. With federal agencies urging extreme caution, plan sponsors must carefully evaluate their fiduciary responsibilities and stay informed on evolving regulations.
February 6, 2025
Find out more Plan sponsors should prepare for an earlier premium payment deadline in 2025 due to changes from the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015. While efforts to repeal the rule continue, the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation urges sponsors to adjust their filing processes and stay informed on potential regulatory updates.
February 3, 2025
Find out more According to a recent release, the Portability Services Network (PSN), which began with three of the biggest recordkeepers in the country just over a year ago, has now grown to include three additional providers, covering over 15,000 retirement plans and 5 million members.
January 16, 2025
Find out more Staying compliant in this environment demands significant time and resources. Sponsors must regularly update plan documents to reflect the latest judicial interpretations and may need to consult legal counsel more frequently to help mitigate risks. This ongoing burden can divert attention from other strategic priorities and increase overall administrative costs.
January 13, 2025
Find out more The Department of Labor (DOL), in partnership with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), released a statement in November detailing disaster relief measures for employee benefit plans, participants and sponsors affected by Hurricane Helene, Tropical Storm Helene and Hurricane Milton. While the guidance applies broadly to health, welfare and retirement plans, the following provisions are specifically relevant to retirement plan sponsors and participants.
January 6, 2025
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