Tag: 401k

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March 19, 2026
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Are Target-Date Funds Enough for Retirement? 

Target-date funds are common in 401(k)s. Learn how glide paths, inflation, and longevity factor into retirement planning.

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February 12, 2026
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Beyond a Benefit: The 401(k) as a Leadership Statement

Employees might not be familiar with the technical aspects of retirement plan regulation but may recognize when leadership takes retirement planning seriously. Regular communication, accessible education, and visible governance activities help contribute to a sense of organizational stability.

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January 30, 2026
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What High Earners Need to Know About Roth Catch-Up Contributions in 2026

Effective Jan 1, 2026, high earners must make 401(k) catch-up contributions as Roth under SECURE 2.0.

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January 13, 2026
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Big Changes Ahead for 401(k) Plans in 2026

Now is the time to review your 401(k) strategy and confirm your plan aligns with the latest rules, whether you’re an employer ensuring compliance or an employee maximizing contributions.

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January 9, 2026
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Roth Conversions: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

In the world of retirement planning, few tools stir as much strategic debate as the Roth conversion. Converting pre-tax retirement assets from a traditional IRA or employer-sponsored plan into a Roth IRA can offer incredible long-term tax advantages—but it’s not without its risks.

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November 19, 2025
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Your Retirement Paycheck: Four Steps to Help Build a Smart Withdrawal Plan

Learn four smart steps to build a tax-efficient retirement withdrawal plan to help your savings last longer.

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November 13, 2025
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Financial Health Considerations When Transitioning Universities or Leaving Academia

Explore retirement plans, health coverage, and provider choices to help you make informed benefit decisions when moving between universities or leaving academia.

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October 20, 2025
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SECURE Act 2.0 Compliance: Key Considerations for Plan Sponsors

Retirement plan sponsors are facing a pivotal moment in the evolution of workplace savings plans, as the SECURE Act 2.0 provisions reshape how sponsors design, administer, and communicate their 401(k) plans.

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October 20, 2025
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401(k) Oversight: How Sponsors Can Stay Ahead of Legal Risks

As 2025 winds down, plan sponsors are facing increasing legal and regulatory scrutiny surrounding their 401(k) plans, driven by shifting legal standards, increased participant awareness, and more aggressive enforcement by government agencies.

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September 30, 2025
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High Earners 50+ Are About to Lose a Major 401(k) Tax Break

Starting in 2026, high earners 50+ must make 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) catch-up contributions as Roth. Learn what’s changing and how to prepare.

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September 5, 2025
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Rolling Over a 401(k)? Avoid These Common Mistakes

Did you take a new job recently? If so, you may be wondering what to do with your old 401(k) account. Before you make any decisions, be sure to do your homework first.

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August 12, 2025
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New Opportunities for 401(k) Investors: How Policy Changes Could Open the Door to Alternative Assets

On Aug. 7, Pres. Donald Trump signed an executive order titled Democratizing Access to Alternative Assets for 401(k) Investors, aimed at expanding the investment choices available to participants in defined contribution retirement plans under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

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