Money Talk

JUNE 16, 2022

If you picture retirement planning and taxes as a Venn Diagram, there is lots of overlap between these two areas of personal finance. This is true both during one’s working years (when taxpayers are saving for retirement) and later, when people are older and withdrawing taxable income from tax-deferred accounts.

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Griffin Benefits

APRIL 25, 2022

Historically speaking, retirees have typically relied on three primary tools to help them prepare for retirement: pension plans, Social Security, and defined contribution plans, like 401(k) plans. Here’s a look at how 401(k) plans may soon change as part of the SECURE 2.0

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Money Talk

JANUARY 18, 2023

This includes Social Security recipients, retirees with COLA-adjusted pensions, and workers with COLAs stipulated in their job or union contracts. Increased Savings Contribution Limits - Maximum limits for employer retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)s) and IRAs are pegged to inflation.

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Money Talk

MARCH 15, 2023

They are often bought with money from settlements, investment accounts, and pension plan lump sum distributions. What Not to Do - Annuities are generally not appropriate for qualified retirement plans such as 401(k)s or IRAs. Either type provides a guaranteed income stream subject to contract terms.

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Money Talk

APRIL 11, 2024

Tax planning involves looking ahead and projecting future income and tax write-offs. Baby Boomer Challenges - Baby boomers (born 1946-1964) were the first generation with the ability to save money for retirement in 403(b)s, 401(k)s, and IRAs for decades (their parent’s generation had pensions). There is no way out.

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Money Talk

DECEMBER 22, 2021

In addition, maximum taxable earnings will increase to $147,000, a quarter of coverage to $1,510, and the earnings limit under full retirement age to $19,560. Pension COLAs - Pension benefits for some retirees are also indexed for inflation. Other pensions have frozen or suspended COLAs for their retirees (e.g.,

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Money Talk

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Types of Tax-Deferred Accounts - These include employer-sponsored defined contribution plans (e.g., 401(k), 403(b), 457, thrift savings plan), Traditional IRAs funded with pre-tax dollars, simplified employee pensions (SEPs) for self-employed workers, and annuities.

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Money Talk

JANUARY 26, 2022

RMD Definition - RMDs are t he amount of money that investors age 72 and older are required by the IRS to withdraw from tax-deferred retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k)/403(b)/457, TSP, SEP, and Traditional IRA accounts). The amount of money that is withdrawn is taxable as ordinary income.

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Business Management Daily

MARCH 21, 2022

Setting up a 401(k) for employees can be a daunting task for small business owners. It’s important to take care of the people that work to keep your business alive, and helping them plan for their retirement is a great way to do that. What is a 401(k)? Do employers have to offer a 401(k) to employees?

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

DECEMBER 23, 2022

a long-awaited (and debated) package of retirement plan reforms. Given the breadth of the changes and the anticipated regulatory efforts to implement the new law, virtually all qualified retirement plans will need to be reviewed in conjunction with SECURE 2.0’s The wait is over for SECURE 2.0, may be viewed here.

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Empuls

AUGUST 28, 2024

They offer a range of benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, dental and vision coverage, and more specialized services like mental health support and child care assistance. They help identify the most suitable benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs.

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Business Management Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

The Employee Benefits Security Administration has had an on-again, off-again approach to whether employers can allow 401(k) investment choices to promote social, environmental, or other public policy causes—called economically targeted investments or sometimes environmental, social, or governance investing.

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

On November 1st, the IRS released a number of inflation adjustments for 2024, including to certain limits for qualified retirement plans. The table below provides an overview of the key adjustments for qualified retirement plans. As expected, this year’s adjustments are more modest than last year’s significant increases.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 22, 2022

The deadline is fast approaching for employers with 5 or more workers in California, and who do not already offer their employees a retirement plan, to register their staff for the CalSavers Retirement Savings Program. If you already have a qualified retirement plan for your employees, you do not have to participate.

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HR Digest

MAY 21, 2023

Matching 401(k) contributions 2. Pension or retirement savings plan 3. The government and the health care sector are working to create plans that small businesses can afford, but at the same time they want to protect their employees. Retirement Plans Employers usually offer retirement plans.

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HR Professionals Magazine

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

As an HR professional, you might read that title and think, “Duh – aren’t all retirement plans focused on employees?” As pensions have gone by the wayside and 401(k) plans have gained more notoriety, employees have become increasingly more aware of their employer sponsored retirement plans, and the financial benefits they provide.

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Hppy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

This encompasses both work-related benefits such as understanding how to maximize employer contributions into their 401(k)s or choosing the right investment options when it comes to their pension plans as well as learning how to manage their personal finances in more efficient and effective ways.

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Money Talk

OCTOBER 7, 2021

I recently attended several webinars and listened to several podcasts about issues related to retirement planning and personal finance issues in later life. According to the EBRI RCS, 46% of the retiree subsample said that they retired earlier than planned and 6% retired later.

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

OCTOBER 25, 2022

On October 21 st , the IRS released a number of additional inflation adjustments for 2023, including to certain limits for qualified retirement plans. The table below provides an overview of the key adjustments for qualified retirement plans. Qualified Defined Benefit Plans.

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Empuls

AUGUST 27, 2024

Retirement plans Basically, it is the retirement plans—401(k) or pension plans—through which an employee receives financial security during service years other than while serving. LinkedIn It does this through education stipends, mentorship programs, and career workshops at LinkedIn.

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Health Consultants Group

APRIL 1, 2021

How CARES Act Affects Employee Retirement Plan Distributions. That includes compliance with CARES Act Section 2202 , Special Rules For Use of Retirement Funds. Employees who met these coronavirus-related conditions qualified for retirement plan distributions under the special rules. CARES Act Retirement Plan Rules.

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Snell & Wilmer Benefits

MARCH 21, 2024

In the wake of recent developments, we are pleased to provide insights into Pension-Linked Employee Savings Accounts (PLESAs) under the Secure 2.0 PLESAs are short-term savings accounts that are established and maintained within a defined contribution plan. No Hardship is Required to Receive a Distribution From the PLESA.

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Business Management Daily

AUGUST 9, 2019

Only 11% of private-sector workers participate in a traditional defined-benefit pension plan, according to new data from the Employee Benefit Research Institute. Almost all American workers now depend on defined-contribution plans such as 401(k)s and 403(b)s to fund their retirements. Department of Labor.

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InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 30, 2022

401(k)s or other retirement plans. Defined benefit pension plans. Financial planning and education workshops. Among these must-have benefits: Prescription drug coverage. Dental insurance. Life insurance. Vision care. Accident insurance. Long-term and short-term disability insurance.

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Insperity

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Even if a small business isn’t able to offer the same high salaries as its big business competitors, a small business can stay competitive by offering an attractive retirement package, says Chris Kunze, chief operating officer at Perspectives Ltd. A defined benefit plan is fully funded by the employer.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

With the 2025 plan year right around the corner, this is the ideal time for plan sponsors to ensure that plan operations comply with evolving legislative and regulatory requirements. This client alert highlights important regulatory changes that will impact retirement plans and health and welfare plans in the coming year.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

You might plan for retirement by contributing to a 401k plan. ” — Unknown Benefits hack #1: COBRA + HSA = Early Retirement Are you anxiously awaiting your 65th birthday so you can retire and enroll in Medicare? could be your new target retirement age.

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Insperity

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

If only finding a retirement plan to offer your employees were as easy as retiring itself. Do they offer the type of plan you’re looking for? Do they offer the type of plan you’re looking for? . From Simplified Employee Pension plans to 401(k)s to defined benefit plans, retirement plans come in many forms.

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Hppy

JANUARY 19, 2018

The truth is, people usually wait until retirement is right around the corner to get their financial house in order. As an employee’s retirement approaches, the employee or their financial advisor may begin to flood you with questions about your company retirement plans. How much can I save in my 401k?

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Griffin Benefits

JUNE 29, 2023

contains dozens of changes to retirement plans, but perhaps none bigger than these two: New 401(k) and 403(b) plans will be required to automatically enroll participants in the respective plans, and employee salary deferral rates will automatically escalate each year. The SECURE Act 2.0 SECURE ACT 2.0

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Abel HR

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The act is now the most extensive reform to impact the economy since the Pension Protection Act of 2006. It aims to improve the private employer-based retirement system’s success by making it easier for companies to provide retirement plans. It allows long-term, part-time workers to take part in 401(k) plans.

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Abel HR

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The act is now the most extensive reform to impact the economy since the Pension Protection Act of 2006. It aims to improve the private employer-based retirement system’s success by making it easier for companies to provide retirement plans. It allows long-term, part-time workers to take part in 401(k) plans.

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Empuls

JUNE 21, 2024

  A thoughtfully crafted retirement plan can positively impact employee morale.      Increase the productivity of employees nearing retirement.    A handsomely distributed retirement plan increases job satisfaction. Let's quantify the significance of retirement rewards. 

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HR Professionals Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

By Chuck Stinson The McGriff Retirement Benefit Survey, a follow-up to our 2023 National Benefit Trend Survey, provides a comprehensive view of retirement plan trends across a diverse landscape of industries and company sizes. The responses to the defined benefit plan portion of the survey further supports these views.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

JANUARY 13, 2023

Plan sponsors and administrators are encouraged to reference these comprehensive calendars to stay on track in 2023. Health and Retirement Plans Subject to ERISA (Includes Multiemployer Plans) Health and Welfare.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

JANUARY 23, 2024

encompasses a number of changes affecting retirement plans that go into effect over the next few years. aims to make it easier for employers to offer retirement plans and help employees plan […] The post SECURE 2.0 The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 (SECURE 2.0) Act: Where Are We Now?

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HR Digest

APRIL 1, 2024

Based on their own credits and average indexed monthly earnings, workers can receive benefits from the government that can help them sustain their lives post-retirement, claimable from the age of 62. What Does BlackRock CEO Larry Fink’s Retirement Crisis Letter Have to Say?

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