Retirement benefits

Striking the right balance between plan offerings can better prepare employees for a successful retirement.

SERPs take on an important role as shareholder-friendly executive compensation that incentivizes leadership to avoid ‘reckless behavior,’ says retirement consultant Gil Harvard.

In about 30% of large companies, seniors can opt to work part-time or engage in job sharing with co-workers.

Denise Nappier says the 0.35% return posted by the state’s $29 billion retirement system in the year that ended in June underscores the need to adopt more realistic investment assumptions.

Employers are still reluctant to offer insurance-backed products, says Willis Towers Watson consultant Bill Dewalt.

In about 30% of large companies, seniors can opt to work part-time or engage in job sharing with co-workers.

The insecurity is leading to numerous opportunities for plan sponsors to engage employees in planning.

More and more lawsuits are being filed to challenge plan fees and investments, underscoring the need for a new law.

How employers can promote positive actions regarding financial wellness in the digital age.

Investors can expect limited options or higher fees in their retirement plans as brokerage firms are evaluating their pricing structures to comply with the fiduciary rule.