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Why Financial Advisors Need a Strong, Purpose-Driven Brand

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, Adaptability, Authenticity, Change, Client connection, collaboration, Communication, Convergence, Creative approach, DC plans, Fiduciary, Financial Advisors, financial behaviors, mindfulness, purpose driven brand

Building a strong, purpose-driven brand is essential for financial advisors to stand out in a crowded and commoditized market. A brand is not just about...

Fee Compression Driving New Retirement Income Solutions

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, Benchmarking & Monitoring Fees & Partners, benefit education, Communication, Compensation, DC plans, Economy, fee transparency, Fiduciary, Fiduciary, Financial Advisors, Financial Security, financial wellness, inflation, PEP, recordkeeping, Target Date Funds

As the retirement landscape evolves, major players in the industry are introducing new retirement income solutions. This shift is driven by decreasing investment fees and...

Choosing the Right Advisor: The Case For Independent Due Diligence

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, Client connection, Confidence, DC Plan Sponsors, DC plans, Due Diligence, Employee engagement, Employee feedback, Employee happiness, ERISA Co-Fiduciaries, Fiduciary, Financial Advisors, Financial Security, Financial Wellness

Choosing the Right Advisor: The Case For Independent Due Diligence Choosing the right advisor is the most critical decision a 401(k) or 403(b) plan sponsor...

Valuing Employees: The Impact of Employer Matching on Retention

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, benefit education, benefits committee, Communication, Company Contributions and Vesting, Diversity equity inclusion, DOL, Economy, Employee Benefits, Employee engagement, Employee happiness, Employer Contribution, employer match, Fiduciary, Financial Wellness, hiring, inflation concerns, office environment, onboarding, participation, Trust, vesting, War for Talent

Valuing Employees: The Impact of Employer Matching on Retention To encourage employees to stay with a company longer, it’s crucial to make them feel genuinely...

Retirement Planning Tools Essential to Securing Financial Future

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, Client connection, Communication, Confidence, DC Plan Sponsors, Digital Design, Digital Tools, education, Employee happiness, Financial Advice, Financial Advisors, financial behaviors, financial insecurity, Financial Security, financial stress management, Financial Wellness, Independence planning

Jason Gabrieli Retirement Planning Tools

Retirement Planning Tools Essential to Securing Financial Future Retirement planning tools are essential resources for both individuals and employers, helping to navigate the complexities of...

Convergence in DC Plans: Challenges, Opportunities & the Path Forward

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, Adaptability, Change, Client connection, Communication, Convergence, Due Diligence, Economy, Employee training, evolving and adapting, Fiduciary, Financial Advisors, mindfulness

The defined contribution industry is buzzing with the potential for advisors and providers to leverage the convergence of wealth, retirement, and benefits at the workplace. ...

Boost Hiring & Retention with Financial Planning in a Competitive Market

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, collaboration, Communication, Compensation, competition, Diversity equity inclusion, Employee Benefits, Employee engagement, Employee happiness, Fiduciary, Financial Advisors, Financial Security, Financial Wellness, Recession, recruiting, Recruiting and Retaining Talent, Regs and Regulators, Retirement Readiness, Retirement Savings Concern

Boost Hiring & Retention with Financial Planning in a Competitive Market The growing demand for financial planning and advice among plan sponsors and employees is...

401(k) Emergency Withdrawals Now Allowed Under SECURE 2.0

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, Adaptability, benefit education, benefits committee, Change, Communication, Economy, Emergency Savings, Fiduciary, Fiduciary, financial behaviors, financial literacy, Financial Wellness, Health Savings Account, healthcare, Healthcare & other benefits, Retirement Happiness, Retirement Income, Retirement Readiness, Retirement Savings Concern

New guidance is out from the Internal Revenue Service and Dept. of Treasury regarding required minimum distributions (RMDs), including 401(k) withdrawals due to emergency expenses....

Emergency Savings Rates are Low, Retirement Anxiety is High

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, Adaptability, Behavioral Finance, Communication, Company Contributions and Vesting, Compensation, debt relief, Economy, Emergency Savings, Employee Benefits, Employee happiness, employer match, evolving and adapting, Fiduciary, financial behaviors, Financial Wellness, inflation concerns, inflation stress, Job growth, recession, Regs and Regulators, Retirement Savings Concern

Most Americans are anxious about being able to retire comfortably. It’s no wonder – few adults can barely afford a $400 emergency, let alone save...

Enhancing Recruitment & Retention With Strategic Retirement Plan Design

By Fred Barstein / 401k News, benefits committee, Client connection, Communication, Company Contributions and Vesting, Compensation, Compliance, Economy, Employee happiness, Fiduciary, financial stress management, Financial Wellness, Plan Participation, recruiting

Enhancing Recruitment & Retention With Strategic Retirement Plan Design Designing retirement plans to aid in recruitment and retention is increasingly crucial in today’s competitive job...