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Invesco Adds Cost Comparison Tools to Plan Analyzer
Invesco has updated its DC Plan Analyzer application to include detailed cost benchmarking capabilities that allow advisers to deliver plan expense comparisons directly to sponsor clients.
Mass. Regulator Argues for Better Disclosures of Match Changes
In a report sent to Congress and the Department of Labor, the Massachusetts Securities Division (MSD) is asking for improved disclosures to retirement plan participants of company match...
Summit Professional Networks Acquires Pension Data Resources
Summit Professional Networks has acquired Pension Data Resources, Inc. (PDR), known in the retirement planning industry for its PensionPlanet.com brand.
PSNC 2014: One-Size-Fits-All?
At the PLANSPONSOR National Conference in Chicago, four leading experts debated the merits of target-date funds (TDFs) versus target-risk funds (TRFs) and managed accounts.
DOL Again Seeks Comments on TDFs
Target-date funds (TDFs) are again put in the Department of Labor (DOL) spotlight for comments. Widely held in retirement accounts, TDFs may not be fully understood by investors.
Retirement Is a Phase, Not a Single Date
People expect to work longer and flexibility will become the new model for retirement, finds Aegon’s third Retirement Readiness survey.
Easier Enrollment Leads to Better Participation
Simplifying the 401(k) plan enrollment process may help employees save more effectively for retirement, says a recent paper from Bank of America Merrill Lynch.
State Law Considered for QDROs for Domestic Partners
The Alaska Supreme Court ruled unmarried domestic partners have a right to some retirement benefits via a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO).
TDFs Popular with Female and Younger Investors
Target-date funds are the most popular asset allocation strategy, especially for women, according to data from MassMutual’s Retirement Services Division.
Questions Remain on Adviser Social Media Use
Recent guidance from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on social media use in adviser advertising is helpful, says one compliance services provider, but the update leaves questions...
DOL Targets Imprudent Margin Investing
The Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) filed a complaint in federal court against a Tennessee profit-sharing plan over allegedly imprudent margin investing that triggered plan...
BofA Merrill Lynch Rebrands 401(k) Adviser Unit
Advisers with substantial corporate plan expertise who also meet specific criteria, including a nomination and application, have a new title at Bank of America Merrill Lynch.
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Facing It Together
Building today’s retirement plans requires flexibility
Envestnet Revamps CRM Software
Envestnet Tamarac, a division of Envestnet, Inc. that provides integrated portfolio software for independent advisers, has released the next generation of its client relationship management (CRM) application.
SageView Adds West Coast Advisory Team
Jon Chambers and Tina Chambers joined SageView in the roles of managing director and senior retirement plan consultant, respectively.
BNY Mellon Names North American Distribution Head
Kimberly Mustin joined BNY Mellon Investment Management as head of North American distribution.
CUNA Adds Eight to Sales Staff
CUNA Mutual Retirement Solutions named eight regional sales consultants as part of the firm’s effort to expand its intermediary sales footprint.
Adviser Compensation at 7-Year High
The seventh release of the “Adviser Insights” study from Fidelity Investments suggests financial advisers are enjoying the highest levels of compensation and assets under management since 2007.