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Are Profit Sharing Contributions Right for Your 401(k) Plan?
Pro rata, permitted disparity, and new comparability are types of 401k profit sharing contributions. Employers should know if they’re right for their plan.
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The Top Ten Frugal Fiduciary 401(k) Blogs of 2017
Our top 10 blogs for 2017 are must-reads for small business 401k sponsors and participants. They cover retirement plan features, fees and 401k providers.
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Why Multiple Employer 401(k) Plans are Obsolete Today
Supporters of Multiple Employer Plans (MEPs) claim these 401ks lower plan fees and fiduciary liability for small businesses. Neither claim is true.
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Worried Your 401(k) Pays Hidden Fees? Answer 2 Questions to Find Out
Employers have a fiduciary responsibility to pay only reasonable fees from 401k plan assets. Avoid hidden 401k fees to make this job as easy as possible.
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3-Step Guide for Employers to Select and Monitor 401(k) Index Funds
Index funds make it possible for 401(k) plan sponsors to replace an Investment Policy Statement (IPS) with a 3-step fund selection and monitoring process.
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Top 10 401(k) Mistakes Found in the IRS Voluntary Compliance Program
Severe consequences can result when a 401(k) plan fails to meet one or more of the plan qualification requirements – including IRS penalties for the employer.
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401(k) Cybercrime – Key to Keeping a Plan Safe Is Not Delegating Fiduciary Responsibilities
Some employers delegate fiduciary roles that approve cash disbursements to their 401(k) provider, which can make a 401(k) plan more vulnerable to cybertheft.
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Employers Should Avoid Providers That Treat 401(k) Plans Like a Product, Not a Service
Insurance and mutual fund companies treat 401k plans like a product by restricting fund and plan design options. Plan Sponsors need impartial and consultative advice instead
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A Common Sense 401(k) Plan for Small Businesses
TSP-like 401(k) plans are a common sense retirement plan but are not meant for everyone. Compare traditional 401(k) services against a TSP baseline here.
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401(k) Loan Rules – What Plan Participants Need to Know
If you are a 401(k) participant, use our FAQ to understand when you can take a loan from your account and how to avoid taxes or penalties.
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