Opinions

A Mercer news release warns that non-profit plan sponsors affected by the IRS’ adoption of new controlled-group rules or repeal of long-standing safe harbor rules (under IRS Notice...

Like most Americans who have health insurance (and most do), I’m reasonably happy with what I already have. 

December 8, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – No doubt you all know at least one unusual home remedy for some common ailment.

December 4, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - They say that a picture is worth a thousand words...

December 1, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) - AUL Retirement Services said it will host the first of several 403(b) symposium events at the Marriott Hotel Downtown Los Angeles on...

Those who were wondering when—or perhaps if—the issues raised in those revenue-sharing lawsuits would ever actually be tried got a strong, affirmative response last week.

November 25, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR.com) -  As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I asked readers to share what they were thankful for.

However stretched and strained our nation – and our personal lives – seem to be at times, surely it pales in comparison to the strains of the Civil...

November 24, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) - You have adopted your 403(b) plan document and you have identified how you are going to administer your 403(b) plan in accordance...

Thanksgiving has been called a “uniquely American” holiday 

November 17, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - Each year, the editors of PLANSPONSOR magazine, the industry’s leading resource for pension and benefits related news, choose a plan sponsor that demonstrates...

About a week ago, Caterpillar agreed to a $16.5 million settlement of one of those allegedly excessive fee/revenue-sharing lawsuits. 

November 17, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) - The arrival of the final 403(b) regulations has transformed many compliance issues; however, the regulations are just as noteworthy for what has...

November 5, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - It's still several weeks but this week, I asked readers if their office would be open on the day after Thanksgiving - and...

November 3, 2009 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) - Though much has been written about the impact of the final 403(b) regulations on contract exchanges, it can be argued two other...