401(k) Fees Fall, But Gaps and Questions Remain
401(k) fees continue to trend downward across the industry, driven by increased competition, wider use of low-cost investment options, and institutional pricing. Investment-related costs have...
401(k) Plan Management
Health and Wealth Benefits Shouldn’t Be Communicated Separately
Health impacts finances. Finances impact health. It’s not a new insight, but a recent white paper from Milliman, a global actuarial and consulting firm, argues...
Why Employers Are Overlooking Student Loan Benefits (And Why It Matters)
Not every employee experiences student debt in the same way. A recent graduate navigating repayment options faces a very different reality than a mid-career professional...
Balancing Fiduciary Responsibility & Employee Support in 401(k) Plans
For many HR professionals, balancing employee support with fiduciary responsibility can feel like a constant tension. Chris, an HR Director for a growing company of...
Could a Centralized Clearinghouse Fix 401(k) System Challenges?
Defined contribution plans have come a long way, but the system still struggles with one big reality: people change jobs frequently. Over the course of...
Why HR Can’t Stop at Enrollment When It Comes to Retirement Plans
For many companies, the work of managing a retirement plan feels complete once employees are enrolled. But Teresa believes that’s only the starting point. As...
Wealth Advisors Are Coming for the 401(k) Market
Retirement plan advisors (RPAs) and recordkeepers have a real challenge on their hands: wealth advisors are coming for their turf. And honestly, it’s not hard...
Why Explaining the Match in Dollars Can Improve Plan Participation
Presenting the employer match in tangible, easy-to-understand language can significantly improve how employees perceive and value the benefit. When the match is expressed as a...
AI Tools Are Coming to Retirement Plans And Fiduciary Oversight Can’t Wait
Artificial intelligence is making its way into retirement plans, and plan fiduciaries can’t afford to sit on the sidelines. As recordkeepers and advisory firms roll...
Finding the Middle Path Between Advisors and Record Keepers
Growing tension exists between retirement plan advisors and record keepers as both expand into participant financial services. As defined contribution plan economics tighten — driven...
