Veteran financial services industry journalist Brian Anderson joined 401(k) Specialist as Managing Editor in January 2019. He has led editorial content for a variety of well-known properties including Insurance Forums, Life Insurance Selling, National Underwriter Life & Health, and Senior Market Advisor. He has always maintained a focus on providing readers with timely, useful information intended to help them build their business.
Senate HELP Committee to Address Retirement Security Thursday
Momentum on Capitol Hill continues to build for addressing significant retirement reform legislation in 2021. Last week, H.R.…
New Guide Details Key Differences in Public Sector Hybrid Retirement Plans
Not all public sector hybrid retirement plans are created equal, which makes it critically important for public employers…
‘Exploding’ Inflation Stressing Seniors Hampered by Tiny Social Security COLA
While skyrocketing lumber prices might not impact a significant percentage of retirees, fast-rising prices of many other goods…
Fidelity: Couple Retiring Today Needs This Much to Cover Medical Expenses
A 65-year-old couple retiring this year can expect to spend $300,000 in health care and medical expenses throughout…
Concern Over ‘Certain’ TDF Risks Prompt Congressional Request for GAO Review
Concern over “certain aspects” of target-date funds prompted Chairs of two congressional committees to send a letter to…
How Proxy Voting Could Help 401(k) Participants Meet ESG Priorities
Demand for ESG investing has risen dramatically in recent years, but you’d hardly know it judging by the…
401(k)-Friendly ‘SECURE 2.0’ Bill Advances in House
SECURE Act 2.0 expands retirement savings options, boosts small business incentives, and strengthens financial security for Americans.
Deal Expands American Trust Retirement’s Mid-Sized Plan Presence
American Trust Retirement has expanded its presence in the mid-sized plan market with today’s announcement that it has…
Watch Your Language! Study Tests Impact of DC Participant Messaging
Words matter—especially when it comes to communicating with 401k plan participants, according to a new survey of large…
As SECURE 2.0 Heads to Markup, Advisors Indicate Strong Support
As the Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2021 heads to markup on Capitol Hill this Wednesday, a…