Healthcare

Employers must pay close attention to the details of, and thoroughly document, the process it follows in selecting or changing a TPA.

Advisers must make the case that stable value funds are a good fit to include in defined contribution plans for risk-averse employees.

GE’s pension deficit has gotten so big, a misstep could risk leaving the separate units with commitments they ultimately can’t afford to pay.

Employers play a big role in the savings success of lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender employees because they are more likely to plan for and save for their post-work years if their firm sponsors a 401(k).

Parents of college-aged students looking to pay off kids' loans are the fastest-growing category of employees signing up for payment benefits.

The 2018 EBA Rising Star in Advising is lowering healthcare costs for self-funded employers by boosting their benefits and improving health outcomes — resulting in unspent premiums.

Industry observers say a strong economy and potential benefits from the Tax Cut and Jobs Act will continue to impact deals in 2018.

Employers will need to remain up-to-date on salary history bans, equal income standards and transparency provisions.

Plan sponsors should document meetings, put employee needs first and ensure they have a properly structured retirement plan committee.

Only less than one-third of workers polled by TIAA claimed that they are contributing to an IRA