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Is DOL's new fiduciary rule an 'overreach'? House subcommittee holds hearing

By David Baumann

"The broad-reaching new fiduciary rule regulates retirement accounts far beyond employer-sponsored benefits," said subcommittee Chairman Rep. Bob Good, R-Va., but proponents said the old rules no longer protect investors.

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February 23, 2024

Beyond the 401(k): Financial wellness offerings are a 'must-have' for employees

With steep inflation affecting retirement goals, employers can play a pivotal role in reducing employees' financial stress by enhancing their offerings beyond the traditional 401(k) with emergency savings accounts, says a new report.

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February 23, 2024

Starter 401(k): New kid on the retirement block to help small businesses

The Starter 401(k) gives those employers not already offering a retirement plan an alternative option, automating the process to make traditional 401(k) plans more accessible, especially to smaller companies.

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February 22, 2024

'Congratulations!' Biden emails 153k student loan borrowers, forgiving $1.2B in debt

The Department of Education emailed student loan borrowers enrolled in the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan (for those who borrowed less than $12,000) on Wednesday that all or a portion of their loan has been forgiven.

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February 22, 2024

A crystal-ball view of retirement plans in 2024: A 4-point plan sponsor priority checklist

As ideas on how best to help employees save money for retirement continue to advance, employers and plan sponsors will need to stay abreast of the changing regulatory requirements and evolving participant needs.

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February 21, 2024

Employees' top financial challenges: Recognizing their evolving needs is key

By embracing innovative benefit solutions and leveraging technology, companies can support the financial wellness of their employees, leading to a more productive, engaged, and loyal workforce.

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February 20, 2024

IN-DEPTH: Moving the retirement readiness needle - A 5-part action plan for employers

With just 24% of workers feeling confident that they'll be able to retire comfortably, a new report identifies key focus areas where employers can make a difference, such as employees with student loans and low-income workers.

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February 20, 2024

Biden expands student loan forgiveness plan to those facing financial 'hardship'

Under the new proposal, which was expanded to include more borrowers, eligibility must meet certain criteria, such as those who have been in repayment for a long time or those whose loans exceed what they originally owed.

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Is DOL's new fiduciary rule an 'overreach'? House subcommittee holds hearing

Student loans crippling 401(k) contributions: Will SECURE 2.0's 'matching' change that?

Benefits roundup: New offerings, new tools, new moves

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Defined Contribution Stories

Beyond the 401(k): Financial wellness offerings are a 'must-have' for employees

Starter 401(k): New kid on the retirement block to help small businesses

'Congratulations!' Biden emails 153k student loan borrowers, forgiving $1.2B in debt

A crystal-ball view of retirement plans in 2024: A 4-point plan sponsor priority checklist

Employees' top financial challenges: Recognizing their evolving needs is key

IN-DEPTH: Moving the retirement readiness needle - A 5-part action plan for employers

Biden expands student loan forgiveness plan to those facing financial 'hardship'