Products March 24, 2009

AARP Financial Chooses DST for Recordkeeping Services

DST Retirement Solutions was selected as the recordkeeping service provider for AARP Financial, Inc.'s newly launched small business 401(k) program.

Reported by

Fred Schneyer

According to a news release, DST Retirement Solutions of Kansas City, Missouri, developed an automated online plan setup tool for AARP Financial Inc. that enables employers to receive quotes for new plan services, as well as design and purchase plans, according to a news release.

The AARP Financial 401(k) offerings include a traditional 401(k) program, an automatic 401(k) program that offers automatic enrollment and automatic increase, and a solo(k) for self-employed professionals.

DST Retirement Solutions will provide recordkeeping and participant servicing for the plans.

“One of the most important benefits a company can offer its employees is a comprehensive retirement plan,” said Richard “Mac” Hisey, president of AARP Financial Inc., in the release. “These plans give small business owners access to similar plans traditionally available only to larger firms.”