Retirement Trends

HSA investing works like a 401(k) because an employee can select a variety of retirement savings solutions, such as target date strategies and low-cost investments. Net result: HSA is supplemental retirement income.

While the latest DOL ruling on ESG implementation in retirement plans is an enormous step forward, more guidance is needed. However, there are several approaches and options that are essential for plan sponsors to keep in mind.

Almost half of all Americans aren't financially equipped to deal with an emergency and most believe employers need to step up and offer them financial wellness resources.

Building in flexibility and offering a range of features, such as adding a financial advisor, are recommended at a time when there is so much competition for workers, says a new report.

While similar in objective, money market funds, stable value funds and fixed accounts each have unique characteristics that should be evaluated on a regular basis.

Even up to 40% of middle-income workers are at risk of slipping into near-poverty in retirement, according to the Schwartz Center for Economic Policy Analysis, which recommends universal retirement accounts.