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Who Should Help 401(k) Participants: Advisors or Record Keepers?

As the retirement industry shifts focus from just saving to helping people use their 401(k) money wisely, a big question has come up:Who’s best suited...

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Addressing Hourly Workers’ Financial Challenges is Key to Retention and Productivity

Six in 10 hourly workers are struggling financially, with many working multiple jobs just to stay afloat.  For retirement plan sponsors, this harsh reality creates...

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The Ongoing Consolidation of the 401(k) Industry

Step 4 Consolidation
The 401(k) industry is experiencing consolidation, driven by plan sponsors who are becoming more involved in managing their plans.  This consolidation follows a four-stage process:...

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What Makes a Great Retirement Plan Advisor?

Retirement Plan Advisor
What Makes a Great Retirement Plan Advisor? A great retirement plan advisor combines expertise, strong communication skills, and a true dedication to client success.  They...

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Employers Should Offer Reliable Financial Education – Social Media Isn’t the Answer

Financial Education
A recent study by blockchain technology hub Social Capital Markets reveals a troubling trend: 71% of financial advice consumed by younger generations on social media...

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Bridging the Generational Gap: Adapting Retirement Planning for Changing Expectations

Bridge Private Wealth Retirement Planning
A seismic shift is occurring in the constantly shifting retirement planning space.  Plan sponsors and advisers now find themselves navigating dramatically varying expectations about retirement...

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Words Make All the Difference in Improving Participation and Outcomes

Open Enrollment
Canadian philosopher and media theorist Marshall McLuhan is famous for coining the phrase, “The medium is the message.”  His iconic observation suggested that the form...

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Why Hire a Professional Fiduciary?

Retirement plan sponsors often grapple with the decision to hire an outside fiduciary.  With regulatory scrutiny increasing in intensity and fee lawsuits continuing to proliferate,...

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Convergence and Competition: Redefining the Future of DC Plans

Savings Work
The convergence of wealth, retirement, and benefits at the workplace is shedding light on both the strengths and vulnerabilities of the defined contribution (DC) system. ...

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Convergence & Advisor M&A: Shaping the Future of Wealth, Retirement, & Benefits

401k Advisors
The concept of convergence between wealth management, retirement planning, and workplace benefits is no longer seen as a passing trend, as indicated by a recent...

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