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How does a Cash Balance Plan work?
Posted on Oct 27, 2024
With a Cash Balance Plan, each participant has an account which grows annually in two ways: (1) a contribution, and (2) an interest credit, which is guaranteed rather than dependent on the plan's investment performance.
Continue readingOctober is National Retirement Security Month
Posted on Oct 9, 2024
October is National Retirement Security Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about retirement planning. This initiative offers employers a unique opportunity to support their employees' financial futures by encouraging smart retirement savings strategies.
Continue readingHow Clients Benefit from a Third Party Administrator
Posted on Oct 2, 2024
The mission of a Third Party Administrator (TPA) is simple: to act as an “Independent set of eyes,” protecting the client’s best interest and ensuring compliance for their retirement plan.
Continue readingThe Impact of Inflation on Retirement Savings
Posted on Sep 9, 2024
Many retirement plans are invested in a mix of stocks, bonds, and other assets. If your investment returns don't outpace inflation, your savings may stagnate or shrink in real terms. This is why it’s important to periodically review and adjust your retirement portfolio to include investments that have the potential to outpace inflation, such as stocks or inflation-protected securities.
Continue readingShould You Pause Saving for Retirement? Weighing the Pros and Cons
Posted on Aug 23, 2024
When financial priorities shift, it’s natural to question whether you should pause saving for retirement. Whether you’re saving for a house, paying down significant debt, building emergency savings, or dealing with other financial challenges, this decision isn’t always straightforward. Here’s what to consider before making a choice.
Continue readingUnique Challenges Women Face in Retirement Planning
Posted on Jul 12, 2024
Retirement planning is crucial for financial security, but women often face unique hurdles that can complicate this process. Understanding and addressing these challenges is important for women to plan for a secure and comfortable retirement.
Continue readingCommon Retirement Scams to Avoid
Posted on Jun 11, 2024
Retirement is meant to be a time to enjoy the rewards of your years of hard work. Unfortunately, it can also make you a target for fraudsters, and scams are on the rise and getting more sophisticated. Here are some common retirement scams to watch out for, along with tips on how to protect yourself.
Continue readingNavigating the Retirement Security Rule: Enhancing Fiduciary Standards for Financial Advisers
Posted on May 7, 2024
On September 23, 2024, the Retirement Security Rule will take effect, a pivotal regulatory update issued by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) aimed at bolstering retirement investment protection.
Continue readingProtecting Retirement Assets from Cyber Threats
Posted on Apr 10, 2024
Cybersecurity is critically important for retirement accounts due to the substantial financial resources and sensitive personal data they contain. Retirement accounts like 401(k)s and pension plans represent a significant portion of an individual's financial wealth, accumulated over their working years.
Continue readingIRS Rollover Chart
Posted on Mar 14, 2024
This is an “IRS Rollover Chart” as it related to retirement plans and IRAs.
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