With more than 20 years serving financial markets, John Sullivan is the former editor-in-chief of 401(k) Specialist and Investment Advisor magazine and retirement editor of ThinkAdvisor.com. Sullivan is also the former editor of Boomer Market Advisor and Bank Advisor magazines, and has a background in the insurance and investment industries in addition to his journalism roots. Experienced financial services content executive specializing in creative new media delivery. He joined the American Retirement Association in 2023 as Chief Content Officer, overseeing communications for the organization, as well as its sister organizations.
Active Management Exodus Slows for Summer (Sort Of)
Active fund outflows June hit $14.6B, showing investors moved cash from equity funds while passive bond funds gained.
Will High 401(k)s Fees Return?
Did they ever leave? Recent court cases and greater 401(k) plan participant awareness have placed distinctly downward pressure on retirement plan fees. However, in…
Young 401(k) Participants are Worried, Here’s Why
Surprise (or not)—what Millennials say isn’t what they necessarily do. A generation that claims money isn’t as important…
What’s Happening with Company 401k Contributions?
Costs are falling and contributions are rising. A consequence of fee litigation? Whatever the reason, it’s good (or…
Vanguard’s Got a Succession Plan, Shouldn’t You?
A profession dedicated to retirement planning for others is notoriously awful at doing it for themselves. “The cobbler’s…
What it Takes to be a 401(k) ‘Super Saver’
They’re quirky, comfy and oh-so-entitled, but credit where credit is due. Millennials (at least some) are doing 401(k)s…
6 Reasons the 401k is a ‘Scam’ (Wait, What?)
We only publish this stuff to give retirement advisors an idea of what they’ll have to debunk when…
How to Save Time Comparing 401(k) Rollover Fees
The size and viability of the 401(k) rollover market is as confusing as ever, especially considering the on-again/off-again fiduciary rule.
How HSAs Interact With This Popular Government Program
HSA and Medicare guide explains how your health savings account interacts with Medicare and helps maximize retirement planning.
2 Major Findings About Health Savings Account Use
We get it, they’re still (somewhat) new, but education is sorely needed on the use and benefits of…