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Thu. Feb. 2, 2012 3:23pm EST (Reuters) – The Department of Labor unveiled a final 401(k) fee disclosure rule last Thursday that requires plan providers to give more details about what employers pay for retirement plan administration and other services.
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Workers estimate they’ll need over $5K in monthly retirement income, but many have no clear strategy for turning savings and investments into a steady paycheck.
For smaller organizations without dedicated human resources staff, routine tasks can mask bigger risks tied to employee disputes, benefits administration, and compliance requirements.
From fiduciary guidance to financial education, advisers are taking on more responsibility as sponsors expand investment choices and focus on participant outcomes.
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.
A financial spreadsheet alone cannot capture the total value and performance of a benefits program, nor can numbers on a ledger guarantee long-term operational success.
