PLANSPONSOR Magazine
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Lessons From the Archives
A plan sponsor's job is never done.
UpFront
UpFront
COVID-19 Strikes Guaranteed Income
Checking in on the status of three traditional guaranteed income sources.
UpFront
UpFront
New Directions for PRTs
DB plan sponsors are weighing their options for pension risk transfers.
UpFront |June-July 2020
Retirement Timing: Could It Be Now?
Some participants may be more prepared to leave the workforce than they think.
Tidbits |June-July 2020
Tidbits
Saving FSAs Employees with a flexible spending account (FSA) may want to consider enrolling in a COBRA [Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act] account when they leave a job....
UpFront |June-July 2020
Small-Plan Fees Dip
The average total cost for a small retirement plan has declined.
UpFront |June-July 2020
ESG Investing: The Ante Is Raised
DOL proposal seems to create stricter limits for retirement plan investments.
UpFront |June-July 2020
Shortfalls of DC Plan Design, Investing
It’s time to look for the next element of evolution.
Rules/Regs |June-July 2020
Plan Disclosures Go Digital
The DOL’s electronic disclosure rule opens new doors for plan sponsors.
Rules/Regs |June-July 2020
From Washington and the Courts
Proposed DOL rule puts limits on ESG investing under ERISA; DOL proposes new fiduciary rule; IRS expands eligibility for coronavirus-related aid; and more.
Wellness Strategies |June-July 2020
Debt Busters
How employers can help their workers repay their college loans.
DB Focus |June-July 2020
Blight Resistant
Private equity is a bright spot for investors at this time.
Executive Summary |June-July 2020
What Is Fair and Reasonable?
Per-participant pricing is the way to go with recordkeeping fees.
ERISA Examination |June-July 2020
Fiduciary Duties Carry On
When it comes to following best practices, it’s business as usual.
Inside Angle |June-July 2020
E-Disclosure Is in Effect
Sponsors may now supply all ERISA-required documents electronically.
Plan Profile |June-July 2020
A Defining Moment
This plan sponsor’s voluntary benefits are healing in the pandemic.