PSNC 2020: Improving Plan Committees and Governance
Industry experts say one key takeaway is the importance of having a retirement plan committee that reflects the diversity of the participant population.
Administration
PSNC 2020: Evaluating Service Providers
The COVID-19 pandemic was a test for provider relationships. Did plan sponsors see their providers as real partners or did they see a change was needed, and how...
PSNC 2020: Recalibrating Retirement Plans
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated what was already an emerging goal for the retirement planning industry: helping participants prepare for short-term financial challenges as a means to create...
PSNC 2020: Duties With Regard to Annuities
The momentum for offering annuities to DC plan participants is growing, and plan sponsors need to know their responsibilities and choices.
Managing a Retirement Plan Re-enrollment for 2021
Plan sponsors need to consider the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on their businesses and participants before implementing a re-enrollment next year.
The Plan Sponsor Time Crunch
With so many recent disruptions to what was ‘business as usual,’ how can plan sponsors ensure their retirement plan gets the attention it needs and the most important...
August Emerges as the Best Month for DB Plan Funded Status in 2020
However, firms that track pension plan funded status warn about the potential for more market volatility ahead in 2020.
DB Plans Can Expect Continued Funded Status Issues
The solutions to manage funded status differ for public and corporate plans.
Options to Help Participants Avoid Tapping Into Retirement Savings
Plan sponsors can share with participants other options to consider before taking a DC plan loan or withdrawal.
The PEP Opportunity
Pooled employer plans (PEPs) are coming, and potential adopting employers need to know what to look for and what they are getting into.
Important Considerations for the RFP Process
When conducting a service provider request for proposals (RFP), being specific can help ensure plan and participant needs are met, as well as compliance with fiduciary duties.
Tremendous Promise Foreseen for PEPs
Many retirement plan experts say they think the pooled employer plans authorized under the SECURE Act will open more doors for small businesses.
Retirement Plan Providers Opening Up to Serving Cannabis and Other Companies
A few financial firms have entered the cannabis, hemp and CBD market, being careful to manage any legal risks for their clients and themselves.
Lessons From Well-Funded Public Retirement Plans for Managing Crises
Representatives of three well-funded pension plans shared information about their contribution rate, assumed return rate and COLA strategies.
Considering the Potential Future Volatility for Multiemployer Plans
Whether a plan is in dire financial straits or not, many employers likely want to get out of them, but their options may come at high cost or...
Lower Interest Rates Foil Market Rally Impact on DB Plan Funded Status
Firms that monitor DB plan funded status say it is uncertain whether Congress will offer additional funding relief; many plans will likely face lower funded status in 2020.
CARES Act Special Considerations for 403(b) Plans
Participants invested in annuity contracts may face charges for distributions and limits on amounts they can take as a distribution or loan that they may not be aware...
Frozen DB Plans Still Require Much Attention
There is nearly as much work to do when a DB plan is frozen as when it’s open, and ignoring it could come at great cost.
Forty Percent of DB Plans Could Adopt Strategies to Lower PBGC Premiums
Strategies regarding timing and recording of pension contributions translate to millions of dollars in lower PBGC premiums, according to a report from October Three.
Changing Messages About Benefits
Plan sponsors can create new communications to engage participants with their retirement and health benefit plans that take into consideration special circumstances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.