by test | Nov 3, 2024 | newsletter
By the second quarter of this year, the number of “401(k) millionaires” rose 2.5% from Q1, marking a record high according to Fidelity. At the same time, retirement savers overall experienced three consecutive quarters of growth — and that’s good news for many...
by test | Oct 4, 2024 | newsletter
Although the costs of retirement benefits have generally decreased due to fee compression, smaller plans are still at a disadvantage. Smaller plans pay more per participant due to fixed costs, while larger plans benefit from economies of scale even with greater total...
by test | Oct 4, 2024 | newsletter
Thirty percent of adults in the U.S. report having received a student loan to further their education. According to the Federal Reserve, the median student loan debt for those with outstanding balances in 2023 ranged between $20,000 and $25,000. To help ease this...
by test | Oct 4, 2024 | newsletter
Housing? Check. Life insurance? Check. Dining out? Check. For most retirees, these types of line items are fairly predictable and factored into their monthly budget. But when it comes to health care, the situation can change dramatically. These expenses are often...
by test | Aug 26, 2024 | newsletter
Many defined contribution plans include something called employer matching, meaning that your employer contributes a certain amount to your retirement savings plan based on your personal contribution. In 2024, individuals can contribute up to $23,000 into their 401(k)...
by test | Aug 26, 2024 | newsletter
Employees in the HR and benefits departments handle many responsibilities, such as managing a company’s health care benefits or supervising the retirement plan. As a result, it’s common for these employees to experience times of overwhelm, stress, and burnout....
