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Follow the Money on 401(k) Fee Disclosures

Follow the Money on 401(k) Fee Disclosures

By: Greg Carpenter

June 5th 2013

Employee Fiduciary explains why 401(k) Fee Disclosures are not the best solution for financial advisors. Disclosures are confusing and oftentimes ignored.
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Bookmark This: 12 401(k) Articles for Your Holiday Weekend Reading

Bookmark This: 12 401(k) Articles for Your Holiday Weekend Reading

By: Greg Carpenter

May 22nd 2013

A collection of 401(k) articles on taxes, fees, passive vs. active management, and the PBS program, “The Retirement Gamble.”
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We Got What We Asked For - Now Let’s Ask for Low Cost 401(k) Plans

We Got What We Asked For - Now Let’s Ask for Low Cost 401(k) Plans

By: Greg Carpenter

May 16th 2013

When consumers demand change, the market responds. Join the Frugal Fiduciary in calling for low cost 401(k) plans to reshape the retirement landscape.
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Keep 401(k) Plan Costs Down: Bogle Interviewed on PBS’ “Frontline”

Keep 401(k) Plan Costs Down: Bogle Interviewed on PBS’ “Frontline”

By: Greg Carpenter

May 10th 2013

Can you keep 401(k) plan costs down? The Frugal Fiduciary reviews a Frontline report, “The Retirement Gamble,” on how fees can derail investor plans.
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The 30 Minute Rule: Self-Directed Investing in Your 401(k)

The 30 Minute Rule: Self-Directed Investing in Your 401(k)

By: Greg Carpenter

April 17th 2013

Find out why investors research before dealing with 401(k) fees and investments. Never invest in something you don’t understand after 30 minutes of research.
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What You Ought to Know About 401(k) Fiduciary Responsibility

What You Ought to Know About 401(k) Fiduciary Responsibility

By: Greg Carpenter

April 10th 2013

The Frugal Fiduciary highlights why the recent GAO report is an excellent reminder of a 401(k) fiduciary responsibility to investors.
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The “Plug and Play” 401(k)

The “Plug and Play” 401(k)

By: Greg Carpenter

March 27th 2013

The Frugal Fiduciary explains that keeping 401(k) plan costs down is easier when you recognize these plans are just a commodity like any other.
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Two Tips on 401(k) Fees and Investments

Two Tips on 401(k) Fees and Investments

By: Greg Carpenter

March 20th 2013

Looking for tips on 401(k) fees and investment information? The Frugal Fiduciary opines on two that every investor should consider before investing in a plan.
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Make Saving Simple: Automatic 401(k) Enrollment

Make Saving Simple: Automatic 401(k) Enrollment

By: Greg Carpenter

March 13th 2013

Automatic 401(k) enrollment is a best practice for small businesses. The Frugal Fiduciary explains with the help of the tortoise and hare fable.
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401(k) Testing and Compliance: Is a Safe Harbor Plan Really Frugal?

401(k) Testing and Compliance: Is a Safe Harbor Plan Really Frugal?

By: Greg Carpenter

March 11th 2013

It’s tax season. The Frugal Fiduciary shares his thoughts on 401(k) testing and compliance and how a 401(k) safe harbor plan can offer tax benefits.
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