Clean Data?
Although retirement plan sponsors typically outsource plan administration, they remain ultimately responsible for the plan’s success, and that means plan data must be accurate and up-to-date. Of course, plan data must also be protected…
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Back To School: Fiduciary Reading List
For retirement plan sponsors, a great way to head into the fall is with a brush up on fulfilling fiduciary obligations. Fortunately, it’s easy and free to pull a reading list together: the Employee Benefits…
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Best Practice: Fiduciary Audit File
Sponsoring a 401(k) plan is a terrific way to put employees on the path to secure retirement. However, given the inherent fiduciary responsibilities and the high standards of ERISA, diligence is essential. One helpful…
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6 Building Blocks of Successful Plans
Jotting down a to-do list can be a part of planning, but is not really a plan in and of itself. Although we’d like to think time stands in the way of more robust…
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Toolbelt Generation?
ABC has estimated that this year alone, 500,000 new workers are needed in the construction industry. With builders across the country scrambling to hire and onboard new employees, it certainly comes as good news…
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Trust Assets: Takers of Last Resort?
Since trusts can be tailored to address a variety of circumstances, establishing a trust can be worth the time and effort for many families, especially when the trust agreement clearly lays out the…
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Authorized Decision Makers: POA and Guardian
The possibility of living a longer, healthier life has never been greater. Nonetheless, capacity declines are a real possibility for all of us. Proactively designating a power of attorney (POA), ensures someone we trust…
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How Much More?
Inflation. Shrinkflation. Supply challenges. Other complications. Absorbing higher costs into your business. Yeah, yeah, yesterday’s news? Not so fast, advise construction pros. Analyzing current costs, comparing them with what you were paying last year,…
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Green Infrastructure: Porous Pavement
Strategic use of porous pavement along seven miles in Brooklyn will allow storm water to drain into the ground, rather than flood city sewer systems. The $32 million dollar project is scheduled for completion…
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