HR pros bust student debt benefit myths: ‘It’s not terribly expensive to fund or administer’
Kathryn Mayer is a former editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News.
Kathryn Mayer is a former editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News.
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U.S. workers say retirement is getting harder to afford, raising questions about how organizations can help workers save, understand their benefits, and plan ahead.
As employees decide whether to stay with their employer, support tied to student loan debt and education benefits is becoming a clear differentiator.
Even high-income employees are uncertain about where to put their next dollar, highlighting the need for workplace guidance on financial wellness.
Americans' financial literacy has slipped to a 10-year low, with new TIAA Institute data showing weaker scores, wider gaps, and rising reliance on AI tools for money decisions.
Developing a plan of action can help HR leaders guide workers through this financially trying time.