September 28th, 2017

Safe-Harbor 401(k)s Attractive to Both Sponsors and Participants Safe-harbor plan designs allow plan sponsors to avoid nondiscrimination testing and allow highly compensated employees to contribute more. Read more > Advisers Weigh Financial Planning Versus Money Management The latest U.S. monthly product trends report from Cerulli Associates compares the approaches to client service and practice leadership adopted by men versus women advisers. Read more > Education on Lifetime Income Needed in Not-for-Profit Sector In-plan lifetime income options can secure certain benefits participants may not find in retail solutions, suggests a new study by TIAA. Read more > Best Practices for Recordkeeper Cyber Security The SPARK Institute announced the development of recommended best practices for how recordkeepers should report their cyber security capabilities to plan sponsors and consultants. Read more > IRS Says 403(b) Plans May Use Effective Date Addendums Some sponsors that want to use a pre-approved plan have certain provisions that were not in effect for the plan for the entire restatement period or options that have changed during the restatement period. Read more > MOST READ ARTICLES 1 Asset Managers Weigh In on DC Plan Investment Trends 2 The 2022 Retirement Landscape Takes Shape 3 Plaintiffs File ERISA Excessive Fee Lawsuit Against VCA 4 Retirement Industry People Moves 5 Creative Planning Acquires Dashboard Wealth Advisors

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