SURVEY SAYS: School Memories
August 17, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR.com) – Last week I asked NewsDash readers to share their fondest school memories – and their worst.
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Participant Fee Disclosures Stir the Pot. Who Will Get Cooked?
August 17, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) - The act of distributing participant-level fee disclosures is likely to focus more employee attention on your plan. How much information should you...
(b)lines Ask the Experts – 403(b) Must-Reads
August 14, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – “I know it’s a bit late for summer reading list suggestions, but to be honest, I have continued to be so busy...
SURVEY SAYS: Cursing at Work
August 13, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - Last week, I asked NewsDash readers, do you think using curse words at work is acceptable?
SURVEY SAYS: Is Cursing at Work Acceptable?
Last week, we covered a CareerBuilder survey which found 57% of employers would be less likely to promote someone who swears in the office.
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SECOND OPINIONS: What Should Plans Do with MLR Rebates?
August 7, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - A new rule under PPACA requires health insurers to review the ratio of costs paid out for claims and quality improvement expenses to...
(b)lines Ask the Experts – Effect of Revised Fee Disclosure Guidance
August 7, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – “I was...
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Clean Up on Aisle 403(b)
August 7, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - It is 2012, but some 403(b) plans are looking back to the past – 2009 to be exact. Why?
SURVEY SAYS: Retirement Plan Service Provider Satisfaction
Last week, curious following our coverage of a survey reporting greater satisfaction with retirement plan service providers, I asked NewsDash readers if they were happy with theirs.
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The Retirement Security Crisis and a Plan to Solve It
August 6, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - I want to rebuild the pension system, but I need your help.
SURVEY SAYS: Are You Happy with Your Retirement Service Provider?
This week, we covered research that showed plan sponsors’ loyalty to their retirement service providers has shown a marked increase from last year.
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Five Moves Plan Sponsors Should Make in 2012 – Part II
If there’s one thing employers agree on when it comes to their employees’ retirement, it’s that workers simply aren’t saving enough.
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Five Moves Plan Sponsors Should Make in 2012 – Part I
If there’s one thing employers agree on when it comes to their employees’ retirement, it’s that workers simply aren’t saving enough.
(b)lines Ask the Experts – Rollover of Active Accounts from 403(b) to 401(k)
July 31, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – “Prior to 2009, we maintained two plans: a 403(b) deferral-only plan and a separate profit sharing plan that received employer contributions.
SURVEY SAYS: How Is Your Commute?
Last week, I asked NewsDash readers about their daily commute to work, and to share any interesting commuting stories or tips for a better commute.
SURVEY SAYS: How long is your daily commute?
This week, we covered a survey that found 58% of commuters experience road rage at times while traveling to and from the office, and 9% have gotten into...
(b)lines Ask the Experts – Maintaining ERISA 403(b) Alongside non-ERISA 403(b)
July 24, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR (b)lines) – “A private 501(c)(3) with whom I work maintains an ERISA 403(b) plan. Currently the plan has no employer contributions, only elective deferrals,...
SURVEY SAYS: Retirement Income Options in DC Plans
July 23, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR.com) – Last week, I asked NewsDash readers if offering a retirement income option as an investment choice for defined contribution plan participants is a...
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Fee Disclosure Rules Increase Complexity in Multi-Provider Environment
July 20, 2012 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - The litany of challenges related to having multiple retirement plan service providers is well documented.