FuturePlan

Insights and Perspectives

PBGC Eliminates Paper Checks for Premium Payments: What You Need to Know

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation has announced that paper checks will no longer be accepted for annual premium payments. 

January 05 2026

Press Releases

FuturePlan by Ascensus Adds New Regional Vice President to Sales Team

FuturePlan by Ascensus has announced the appointment of a new Regional Vice President, Sales Consultant, Patty Miller, to the FuturePlan team.

October 23 2025

Press Releases

New FuturePlan Cash Balance Outlook and Trends Report Sees Cash Balance Plans Surge 1025% Over Two Decades, Surpassing $1 Trillion in Assets and 9.5M Savers

Small businesses—now accounting for 56% of cash balance plans—and companies in California and New York lead the charge. 

September 08 2025

Insights and Perspectives

Could Now Be the Best Time to Terminate Your Defined Benefit Plan?

If you’ve been considering terminating your frozen defined benefit plan, this may be the right time to act. 

September 02 2025

Press Releases

FuturePlan by Ascensus Appoints Two New Regional Vice Presidents to National Sales Team

FuturePlan by Ascensus announced today the recent appointment of two new regional vice president, sales consultants to the FuturePlan sales team. 

August 13 2025

Press Releases

FuturePlan by Ascensus Expands Sales Leadership with Newly Created Position

FuturePlan by Ascensus has announced the appointment of Graham Foster as Sales Enablement Leader. 

August 06 2025

Insights and Perspectives

Changes to Medicare Part D Under the Inflation Reduction Act

In this article, we'll discuss the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 on employer-sponsored medical plans and Medicare Part D. 

July 25 2025

Press Releases

Principal® Collaborates With FuturePlan to Meet Heightened Demand for Pooled Retirement Plans

Principal Financial Group®, a leader in pooled retirement plan offerings, announced the successful transition of administrative responsibilities for Principal® EASE, the firm’s largest Pooled Employer Plan (PEP) by client count, to FuturePlan. 

July 17 2025

Insights and Perspectives

Is a safe harbor plan right for your small business?

Determining the right type of 401(k) plan for your small business can be challenging. While a traditional plan may work for you, there are other options that may be a better fit for your employees and your company—including a safe harbor plan.

July 08 2025

Press Releases

FuturePlan by Ascensus Adds New Regional Vice President to Sales Team

FuturePlan by Ascensus has announced the appointment of a new Regional Vice President, Sales Consultant, Troy Testa, to the FuturePlan team.

April 07 2025