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Ask the Experts | October 22nd, 2013

(b)lines Ask the Experts – QDIA Administration in a Multiple Vendor Plan

October 22, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – “How are the Qualified Default Investment Alternative (‘QDIA”) rules applied in 403(b) plans in which there are multiple vendors?

Reader Responses | October 21st, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: Boss Personality Types

October 21, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) – On Boss’s Day, I read about a survey from Fierce, Inc. that claims the majority of bosses fall into one of four personality...

Opinions | October 18th, 2013

Boosting Retirement Readiness in America

October 18, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - National Save for Retirement Week promotes the importance of participating in employer-sponsored retirement plans and complements what we do the other 51 weeks...

Reader Responses | October 17th, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: What “type” of boss do you have?

October 17, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) – On Boss’s Day, I read about a survey from Fierce, Inc. that claims the majority of bosses fall into one of four personality...

Ask the Experts | October 15th, 2013

(b)lines Ask the Experts – Why Some Providers Do Not Permit Loans

October 15, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – “Why is it that some 403(b) providers permit loans from their arrangements, and others do not?”

Reader Responses | October 14th, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: Top Benefits Challenges

October 14, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - Recent research from Gallagher Benefits Services revealed controlling costs as the number one benefits challenge for employers.

Reader Responses | October 10th, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: What benefits challenges does your company face?

October 10, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - This week, research from Gallagher Benefits Services revealed controlling costs as the number one benefits challenge for employers.

Ask the Experts | October 8th, 2013

(b)lines Ask the Experts – 415(m) Plans Part II

October 8, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – “I had never heard of 415(m) plans before.

Reader Responses | October 7th, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: Halloween Plans 2013

October 7, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) – Last week, I asked NewsDash readers what plans, if any, they have for Halloween this year, and whether they will be dressing in...

Opinions | October 4th, 2013

Exploring Target-Date Fund Transparency

October 4, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - Since the Department of Labor release of additional guidance for target-date fund screening and monitoring in February of this year, a more stringent...

Reader Responses | October 3rd, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: Do you have plans for Halloween 2013?

October 3, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) – What, if anything, do you plan to do for Halloween this year?

Opinions | October 2nd, 2013

SECOND OPINIONS: ACA Application to HRAs and Other Arrangements

October 2, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - On September 13, 2013, Treasury issued Notice 2013-54 (the “Notice”) (and the Department of Labor issued substantially identical guidance...

Ask the Experts | October 1st, 2013

(b)lines Ask the Experts – Avoiding Form 5500 Errors

October 1, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – “I recently received my “signature-ready” 2012 5500 filing that is due on October 15th, as well as the audited financials and accountant’s...

Reader Responses | September 30th, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: How Much Are You Managed?

September 30, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) – Last week, I asked NewsDash readers, does your manager supervise you too much, too little or just the right amount, and does he...

Opinions | September 26th, 2013

Consider the Global High Yield Market for Diversification

September 26, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - Diversification across U.S., European and emerging markets is key to risk-adjusted returns and lower volatility.

Reader Responses | September 26th, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: Are you managed too much, too little or the right amount?

September 26, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) – This week, I’d like to know, does your manager supervise you too much, too little or just the right amount?

Ask the Experts | September 23rd, 2013

(b)lines Ask the Experts – What Is a 415(m) Plan?

September 24, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – “I recently started working for a public university. Apparently one of the plans they maintain is called a “415(m)” plan. I am...

Opinions | September 23rd, 2013

Begin Your Path to Wellness Compliance Now

September 23, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - Employers increasingly realize that healthier employees give them an edge over the competition; that’s why top companies are developing creative ways to engage...

Reader Responses | September 23rd, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: Incorporating DOL TDF Tips

September 23, 2015 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - In March, the Department of Labor (DOL) prepared general guidance to assist plan fiduciaries in selecting and monitoring target-date funds (TDFs).

Reader Responses | September 19th, 2013

SURVEY SAYS: Do you incorporate the DOL TDF tips in your processes?

September 19, 2013 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - In March, the Department of Labor (DOL) prepared general guidance to assist plan fiduciaries in selecting and monitoring target-date funds (TDFs).

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