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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.
Control ‘Lifestyle Creep’ Through Retirement Saving
Did your clients (plan participants) recently receive raises? If yes, did you also recommend they increase the amount…
Exec Sentenced for Stealing 401(k) Funds
One impediment to retirement saving is the (often) mistaken belief that the boss will defer funds from payroll…
New Emergency Savings Solution Aims to Boost Retirement Planning
Some 40% of Americans can’t afford a $400 unexpected bill, according to a widely-circulated statistic from the Federal…
TIAA Offers Health Savings Accounts to Institutional Clients
On the heels of a similar announcement from Fidelity, TIAA announced on Wednesday that it will offer a…
ESG Excites as Delegates Descend on Davos
ESG investing trends drive data quality, goals, and transparency, influencing investors, companies, and global markets.
What Will DC Retirement Plans Look Like in 2025?
In a post-defined benefit (DB) pensions world, defined contribution (DC) plans—historically only used to supplement a monthly pension—have…
Hot Topics in Retirement and ‘Financial Wellbeing’
Employers and plan sponsors are increasingly focused on wellbeing (wellness) programs—and “it’s not just lip service.” More specifically,…
Bernie Bashes Biden on Social Security Benefits Reform
Social Security debate heats up as Biden and Sanders clash over cuts, privatization, and political tactics in the 2020 primaries.
401(k) Financial Wellness Vs. Well-Being—What’s the Diff?
401(k) advisors struggle with industry terms—how they’re defined, their “buzziness” and whether sponsors and participants understand their meaning.…
Long-Term Mutual Fund Flows More Than Doubled in 2019
Long-term mutual funds collected $414.6 billion in 2019, more than double 2018’s $168.3 billion, according to new research…