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ERISA Insights - IRS Releases Proposed Rule for Catch-Up Contribution Provisions Under SECURE 2.0

The Internal Revenue Service has released proposed catch-up regulations that apply to certain retirement plans as provided by Sections 109, 117, and 603 of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022.

ERISA Insights - IRS Releases Proposed Rule for Automatic Enrollment Provisions Under SECURE 2.0

The Internal Revenue Service has released proposed automatic enrollment regulations that apply to certain retirement plans as provided by Sections 101 and 341 of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022.

Retirement Plan Disaster Assistance May Be Available for California

The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued a Major Disaster Declaration on January 8, 2025, for California wildfires and straight-line winds.

PBGC Announces 2025 Inflation Adjustments for Civil Penalties

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation has published in the Federal Register inflation-adjusted penalty amounts for failure to provide certain notices or other material information and for failure to provide certain multiemployer notices.

DOL Announces 2025 Inflation Adjustments for Civil Penalties

The Department of Labor has published in the Federal Register several inflation-adjusted penalty amounts for certain failures associated with qualified retirement plans.

How Do You Select the Right TPA?

From fees, to response times, compliance, and references there are answers you should be looking for when evaluating a TPA.

Use our guide to ask the right questions

Insights and Perspectives

Top 3 Door-Opening Strategies for Cash Balance Plans + A Bonus Invitation

Cash balance retirement plans are one of the most powerful tax strategies available to business owners today.

Q&A with FuturePlan’s Aaron McIsaac

How a Retirement Plan Advisor Can Leverage a TPA to Build Your Business

Top 5 Selling Tips to Close Cash Balance Plan Sales

FuturePlan recently interviewed our top 25 producers in the financial advisor network about best practices for closing cash balance sales.

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.

Selling Beyond the 401k: Part Two of a Two-Part Series

Advisors, look beyond the 401k and help your clients win the talent war with 3(16) Fiduciary Services. Learn how.