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.
What’s Happening with Average 401(k) Account Balances?
The average 401(k) account balance rose for the second straight quarter, up 2 percent in the third quarter…
Does a Simple 401k Portfolio Mean a Better 401k Portfolio?
As 401(k) advisors know (hopefully), the market for financial advice is undergoing a dramatic change due to factors…
SkyBridge’s Scaramucci Slams Fiduciary Rule, Elizabeth Warren
It’s safe to say “The Mooch” doesn’t think much of Elizabeth Warren. “She’s the one person in Washington…
Forget the 401(k): Life Expectancy Falls
Declining US life expectancy report shows shorter lifespans and impacts on pensions, according to the Society of Actuaries.
New ‘Plan’ to Calm Fiduciary Rule Angst
With the impending date of the DOL Fiduciary Rule less than six months away, industry heavyweights SEI Advisor…
Top 5 Most Trusted Investment Managers in 401(k) Industry
Maybe it’s the name. American Funds takes the top spot as the most trusted investment manager among 401(k)…
What happened with 401(k) Saving in the First Half of 2016?
401(k) participants stayed the course in 2016, continuing contributions and keeping withdrawals low despite global market uncertainty.
401(k) Plan Sponsors from Mars, Participants from Venus
Many employers want to provide 401(k) plan options for employees to help them save towards an affordable quality of life in retirement.
Robo Relax: More 401(k) Participants Combine Tech and Advisors
They want advice and they don’t care where they get it. In another sign robo and traditional advisors…
Why Strategic Beta is Right for 401(k)s (and Vice Versa)
401(k) fee pressure may cause more active managers to look to strategic beta strategies in order to keep…