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Retirement, as defined by the law, encompasses two distinct aspects. Firstly, it refers to the voluntary fulfillment of an obligation or payment of a debt. Secondly, it involves the act of giving up one’s work, position, or professional activities.
3 Critical Questions to Ask About 401(k) Technology
Technology is ubiquitous. We hear about it transforming the way we shop, how we plan, how we spend…
You’re Fired! 401(k) Plan Sponsor Satisfaction with Advisors
Almost a third of 401k plan sponsors are unhappy with their advisors and ripe for the picking, and…
401k Plans Impacted by Hurricane Harvey Receive Regulatory Relief
The Department of Labor is easing the regulatory burden for 401k plan sponsors and participants in areas affected…
Record U.S. ETF Assets Spotlight Low Retirement Plan Adoption
The low-fee fund movement is unquestionably driving exchange-traded fund adoption, but when (if ever) will it hit 401ks?…
Retirement ‘Crisis’ Another Trump Tall Tale
A resident scholar at American Enterprise Institute attacks President Trump’s misleading retirement claim (what?) of defined contribution dire straits.
What Does the Fiduciary Rule Mean for 401k Creditor Protection?
Is it important to factor in safety from creditors during a 401k rollover? How safe was the money…
Falling 401(k) Fees No More?
DC plan fees survey shows costs flattening after years of decline, with record keeping, trust and custody fees holding steady.
Fiduciary Rule Whacks Annuities
Annuity Sales Decline 2017 sees lowest first-half totals since 2001 as fiduciary rule fallout impacts fixed and variable products.
The 401(k) Advisor Advantage MassMutual Provides
If you’re looking to sharpen your retirement plan service skills, MassMutual is here to help. Doesn’t matter if…
The Big Differences Between 401(k) Savers and Non-Savers?
401(k) saving challenges reveal how financial stress, bills, and debt impact retirement planning and why wellness programs can help.