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HSA Limits Rise, but Frustrated Users Leave Money Behind
Half of surveyed health savings account users skip reimbursements due to process hassles, missing out on an average of $2,500 in eligible expenses each year.
Law Firm Faces Fine for Sharing Confidential Information With DOL
Common interest agreements between legal firms and the Department of Labor have attracted prior criticism but they are less likely to occur under the Trump administration.
Democrats Introduce Bills Waiving TSP Withdrawal Penalties During Shutdown
The bills, which lack Republican support, also aim to ensure that federal employees have access to TSP loans during government shutdowns.
IRS Ceases Most Operations, Furloughs Employees Amid Shutdown
The IRS will continue essential operations, including tax revenue processing, income verification services and support for legal functions related to Social Security and personnel management.
Stable Value Funds’ Slow Burn Could Fuel Lifetime Income
Although widely used for capital preservation, recent research indicated that stable value funds could also be a building block of retirement income.
Inflation Wears Down Middle Class Financial Resilience
Middle class households can handle rising prices and unexpected expenses, but their overall financial well-being is slipping, according to the American Council of Life Insurers.
RIAs Lead Financial Advisers in AI Tool Use
Most advisers told ISS Market Intelligence they used artificial intelligence tools to summarize information, rather than for more extensive analysis.
2025 Top Retirement Plan Adviser: Joe Weber
Thoughts from Joe Weber, with Integrated Financial Solutions.
Cognitive, Physical Decline Increase Financial Risk for Older Adults
An advisory firm with a client base with a median age of 65 has about 14% of its revenue controlled by clients with Alzheimer’s disease.
Fiduciary Rules for ‘Trump Accounts’ Still Unsolved
Many logistical issues remain for the pilot program that will open $1,000 investment accounts for newborn U.S. citizens.
Availability of Contribution Options Across Plan Sizes
Adoption of Roth, after-tax and catch-up contribution options varies, sometimes dramatically, across plan sizes.
Advisers ‘Playing ‘Quarterback’ as IRS Changes Roth Rules
Defined contribution plan advisers and sponsors need effective teamwork as the Roth compliance deadline grows closer.
DOL Relies on ‘Contingency Plan’ During US Government Shutdown
During the shutdown, more than 75% of the Department of Labor’s staff are furloughed, but critical requirements like Form 5500 filings are remaining in effect with unchanged deadlines.
Options Crucial for Retirement Tier Investing
Industry experts say participants nearing retirement deserve plan design flexibility, education and personalized communication.
Capital One Settles Plan Forfeiture Case
Like similar cases, Capital One was accused of mismanaging its 401(k) plan by using plan forfeitures to reduce contributions.
Retirement Delays Undercut Optimism About Readiness
Delayed retirements could harm employees and employers alike, according to a new Nationwide report.
2025 Top Retirement Plan Adviser: Christopher Connolly
Thoughts from Christopher Connolly, with Retirement Team at CANE.
2025 Top Retirement Plan Adviser: Scott Ciullo
Thoughts from Scott Ciullo, with KerberRose Retirement Plan Services.
More Than Half of Advisers Already Use AI, per Betterment
The firm’s second adviser survey identified how younger advisers—Millennials and those in Gen Z—use artificial intelligence differently than older colleagues.
DC Consultants, Advisers Weigh Capital Preservation Options
Unusual interest rate conditions mean money market fund yields—based on short-term investments and debt—are outpacing stable value crediting rates.