Category Archives: Retirement Plans

DOL Final MEP Rule: Again, Much About Nothing

In news that was far from earth-shattering, The Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule today that reiterated the proposed rule on multiple employer plans (MEPs) – and an RFI that seeks more information on “open” MEPs. The final … Continue reading

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Quick Fixes For A 401(k) Plan Sponsor’s Errors and Problems

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Plan providers and the beauty of a direct fee

For my first year of law school, I had a renowned criminal law professor. He had a penchant for ties and an odd love for Melrose Place (I was a Dallas guy myself). For his final law exam, the fact … Continue reading

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The narrowing 401(k) margins

When I was 13, I bought my very first computer, an Apple IIe for $2,000, which would be about $4,760 in 2019 money. This year, I bought an Apple MacBook Pro for about $1,800. In 2008, I was reviewing the … Continue reading

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Advisors Advantage

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Hot Topics For 401(k) Plan Providers

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The Rosenbaum Law Firm Review

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The RFP Process has to be on the up and up

Years ago, as a naïve associate at a semi-prestigious law firm (sorry Lois), I got the short end of the stick to attend a quarterly Taft-Hartley meeting in Staten Island for a multi-employer plan. If you ever have to drive … Continue reading

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It’s a question of intent

I live in an unincorporated village on Long Island and I’m always amused by the people who want to lead the community without the best of good intentions. There are so many who do charity fundraising for the community and … Continue reading

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Something to augment what you do

As everyone knows, I’m not a big fan of payroll providers being third-party administrators, at least the big two. However, there may be opportunities for you to augment your services and make a couple of extra bucks. A perfect example … Continue reading

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