If you’re a first-time plan sponsor entrusted to oversee your employees’ financial futures, it's completely normal to feel overwhelmed.

One size does not fit all when it comes to the design of a retirement plan. A well-designed retirement plan not only gives employees a way to build a financially secure future, but it also is a valuable tool for the employer to obtain and retain quality employees.

For some young adults, retirement planning may be in the back of their minds but not considered a priority or taken seriously. However, the earlier you start planning for your retirement the more likely you are to experience the benefits of retirement planning. What are the benefits of retirement planning though? Here are just some of the benefits that come with planning for your retirement. Benefits of Retirement Planning Peace of Mind For many adults, the stress that comes

Plan Sponsors bear many responsibilities of overseeing an employer-sponsored retirement plan, such as gathering data, communicating with servicing providers, providing information to employees, and much more. These duties can be quite burdensome, especially when combined with the other daily responsibilities required of the Plan Sponsor in his or her role within the company. Plan Sponsors are looking for advisors who will help them navigate these duties, not add to their admi

As 2021 is coming to a close it is important to make sure your business has met all the yearly deadlines for managing your company’s retirement plan. If your organization offers a Cash Balance plan as a retirement option, several important deadlines fall in December. If you are considering adding Cash Balance plans as a retirement option for your employees next year, then this is also the time to start learning more about Cash Balance plans and start gathering the information

As you begin to approach retirement, saving for the future has always been a priority. These funds cannot stay in your account indefinitely, which means you will need to start taking withdrawals. These withdrawals are referred to as required minimum distributions. In this blog, we will dive into what a required minimum distribution is, how to calculate your withdrawal as well as what retirement plan accounts that it applies to. What is a Required Minimum Distribution? Simply