Student loans

The ruling is a step in the right direction. But be warned: There are too many unknowns for companies to begin offering the program.

The ERISA Industry Committee requests that the agency “clearly articulate that such contributions will not affect the tax-qualified status of an employer’s retirement plan.”

These property tax deferral programs are available to older homeowners who want to postpone real estate taxes provided they remain living in their home.

The new entrant says its platform is easier for companies to get up and running – and much cheaper than its competitors.

The entertainment giant joins a growing list of employers who have boosted education benefits to stand out in an increasingly competitive labor market.

A private letter ruling allowed an unnamed employer’s plan to tie retirement contributions to student loan repayment contributions.

A private letter ruling allowed an unnamed employer’s plan to tie retirement contributions to student loan repayment contributions.

The Michigan-based company now contributes $50 monthly toward employees’ student loans, up to a $10,000 maximum.

The Michigan-based company now contributes $50 monthly toward employees’ student loans, up to a $10,000 maximum.

The San Francisco-based firm is considering whether to jump-start its shrinking student-lending business by catering to borrowers holding U.S. government loans.