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3(16) fiduciary services are rapidly gaining popularity in the retirement industry. But why? What do these services entail? Are they worth the investment for plan sponsors? We’ll cover these topics in the following post. What are 3(16) fiduciary services? When a business owner sets up a retirement plan, they are held legally responsible for the...Read More

A closer look at bundled vs. unbundled retirement plans The heat is on. No, we’re not singing Glenn Frey or talking about your stove top or even the weather. We’re talking about how hot customized plan design is in the market! Enter scene: tailored retirement plans designed specifically for clients, to help them meet their...Read More

As a third party administrator, we work with payroll companies, both large and small, throughout the country. These companies help employers manage their payroll with great tools and resources. However, they are not retirement plan experts. So, before employers jump in with a payroll provider for retirement plan administration, it’s important to consider all the...Read More

If you live in California or Illinois, you might be very familiar with state-sponsored retirement plans. In fact, many other states have also implemented these programs and several others are contemplating jumping on the bandwagon.  Why do these programs exist? Why are they growing in popularity? What other options do employers have for retirement plans?...Read More

The SECURE Act was signed into law at the end of 2019. Among its many provisions was the extension of an important retirement plan deadline. The legislation allows employers the ability to adopt a new profit sharing or defined benefit plan (including a cash balance plan) after the end of the plan year. The deadline...Read More