Sales of fixed annuities increased 38% during the first quarter of 2019 relative to the same period last year, according to the LIMRA Secure Retirement Institute.

NARPP says that if retirement plan participants trusted their providers more, it would likely lead to higher deferral rates.

The large increase, rising to an average of $267,609, was due to the improvements in the market, Charles Schwab says.

A new TIAA survey suggests Americans who are concerned about their parents’ financial security are more likely to feel stress about their own retirement preparedness.

History shows it is one thing to feel prepared, and quite another to be prepared.

Advisers can play a role by encouraging actions by plan sponsors and participants.

ERISA attorneys detail the recent expansion of the IRS determination letter program, and what it means for plan sponsor clients.

However, 403(b) plans are in a remedial amendment period, and the IRS has offered much help for them to be in compliance with regulations.

The lawsuit accuses the sponsor of a small 401(k) plan with failing to monitor and correct excessive fees.

Novice investors’ reactions to stock market volatility present an endless and intriguing field of study for behavioral economists, but for financial advisers, poor client decisionmaking is a serious issue.

The Bank of Mom and Dad is playing a major role in the U.S. housing market, according to Legal & General Group, putting some parents' retirements at risk.

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants issued a plan advisory that reminds plan sponsors of ERISA record retention rules and also offers best practices for protecting personal information.

Once the Student Loan solution has been elected by an employer and implemented through Tuition.io, MassMutual integrates the program as part of its MapMyFinances financial wellness tool.