New York accounting firm Eisner LLP has issued a warning that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will begin sending questionnaires to 401(k) sponsors to gather information about their...
Brokers/advisers are the most trusted sources to provide accurate information about investments, investing, or the markets, according to the 2010 Edelman Financial Services U.S. Trust Barometer.
Rates of return for defined benefit (DB) pension plans outpaced those for defined contribution (DC) plans, including 401(k) plans, in 2007 and 2008, according to a new analysis...
A new survey of asset management firms finds that 52% don’t use social media, despite a recognition by 84% that social media will have a lasting impact on...
The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. is expanding its product offerings to include 403(b) retirement programs for nonprofit organizations serviced by third-party administrators (TPAs).
J.P. Morgan Asset Management has combined all of its defined contribution investment-only (DCIO) specialist resources into a single unit, DC Investment Solutions.
A recent survey conducted by ING’s U.S. Retirement Services indicates those employed in the higher education community are growing more nervous about their ability to retire comfortably, yet...
Transamerica Life Insurance Company has introduced an enhanced withdrawal schedule for its Retirement Income Choice 1.2 and Retirement Income Choice 1.4 riders.
A recent study suggests liquidity concerns—and not profitability concerns—was the reason many firms suspended their retirement plan match contributions during the recent economic crisis.
Although the new regulations governing 403(b) plans are already in effect, many plan sponsors admit to not fully understanding certain compliance requirements.