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Early Withdrawals Can Lead to Tardy Retirements and Problems for Everyone: How to Help
Albert Einstein may not be remembered as a finance expert, although he seems to have had a bead on the power of smart investing. When asked what mankind’s greatest invention was, he’s reputed to have answered “compound interest,” describing it as the “eighth wonder of the world.”
KerberRose Named to List of Nation’s Top DC Advisor Teams
KerberRose has been named to the National Association of Plan Advisor’s (NAPA) list of the nation’s top defined contribution (DC) Advisor Teams with assets under advisement of $100 Million.
What’s the Magic Number When it Comes to Record Retention?
You don’t need to be a magician to know what records to keep and for how long. While most providers can supply reports and plan documents, the plan administrator remains ultimately responsible for retaining adequate records that support the plan document reports and filings.
What is an appropriate interest rate for plan loans?
Both ERISA and the IRS require DC plan loans to reflect a “reasonable rate of interest”.
ERISA 3(38) Fiduciary Services
Most organizations’ human resource departments and C-suites are seeking efficiencies and risk mitigation for their entities. For these, and a myriad of other, reasons, plan sponsors are giving 3(38) fiduciary discretionary investment management services a closer look.
When Does a Participant Loan Become a Deemed Distribution?
A recent IRS Issue Snapshot (link below) affirms a participant loan is a legally enforceable agreement and terms of the loan agreement must comply with Internal Revenue Code (IRC Section 72(p)(2) and Treasury Regulation Section 1.72(p)-1).
When It Comes to Planning for Retirement, Participants Want to Hit the Easy Button
Nearly three-fourths of participants under 30 think employers should provide access to financial professionals and coaching to help them. Even more telling, 62% wish they could push an “easy button” and completely turn over retirement planning to someone else. This figure is up from 55% in 2016.
Cybersecurity Best Practices for Plan Sponsors
Participant data and financial accounts comprise some of the most sensitive and potentially vulnerable information under a company’s care. These highly valuable assets can be an attractive target for cybercriminals and therefore present considerable security risk.
Webinar Replay - Legal & Compliance ESG Investing
Listen to a replay of our Legal & Compliance Update on ESG Investing.
What is a FICA Alternative Retirement Plan?
A FICA Alternative Plan allows qualifying governmental employers the ability to set-up a Social Security Alternative plan for their part-time, seasonal or temporary employees (PST).
Private Equity Investments in Defined Contribution (DC) Plans
Private equity funds invest in privately held companies whose stock is not traded on public exchanges. Private equity fund managers expect to increase the value of their investments by providing capital and acumen for the purpose of improving performance/value of these companies.