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Online Security Tips From The Department Of Labor

Online Security Tips From The Department Of Labor

You can reduce the risk of fraud and loss to your retirement account by following these basic rules: REGISTER, SET UP AND ROUTINELY MONITOR YOUR ONLINE ACCOUNTMaintaining online access to your retirement account allows you to protect and manage your...

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Need a Tax Break?

Need a Tax Break?

You may be eligible for a valuable incentive, which could reduce your federal income tax liability, for contributing to your company’s 401(k) or 403(b) plan. If you qualify, you may receive a Tax Saver’s Credit of up to $1,000 ($2,000 for married couples filing...

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PLANNING FINANCIAL FUTURES

PLANNING FINANCIAL FUTURES

Do you spend more time planning your annual vacation than you do thinking about your personal finances? If so, you’re not alone. A lot of people put off financial planning or avoid it altogether. Personal financial planning is an ongoing, lifelong process. If we break...

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THE IMPORTANCE OF NAMING A BENEFICIARY

THE IMPORTANCE OF NAMING A BENEFICIARY

Do you know what will happen to your retirement savings if you were to pass away? Here are some things you should know about naming beneficiaries that could save your loved ones’ time, money and frustration. Facts about beneficiary designations48% of people don’t have...

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‘Tis the Season for Investing

‘Tis the Season for Investing

During the holidays, we think about spending time and reconnecting with family and friends, cozying up by the fireplace, enjoying each other’s company. We also tend to spend quite a bit of money this time of year, on everything from gifts to new year’s resolutions...

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Are You Thankful for Your Health?

Are You Thankful for Your Health?

The holidays are upon us! Staying healthy just might make you wealthy. With small lifestyle changes and healthy choices (especially with all the shared yummy foods), you may reduce your annual healthcare costs and increase your income. These lifestyle changes can be...

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Market Tricks and Treats

Market Tricks and Treats

With the recent market volatility, it’s understandable that you may be concerned about your investments. Don’t let the market volatility spook you! Consider the following tips: • Review your safe route. It is ok if your investment portfolio isn’t performing as you...

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Retirement Readiness: How will you prepare?

Retirement Readiness: How will you prepare?

Much has been made of the current state of the American worker as it pertains to their retirement savings. According to a recent study by the General Accountability Office, 29% of Americans 55 and older do not have any retirement savings or pension plan and those who...

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BACK TO SCHOOL

BACK TO SCHOOL

Pop Quiz: Have You Done Your Homework On Retirement? 1. In order to maintain living standards in retirement, what percent of annual income do financial professionals thinkpeople should save? A. About 3% B. About 6% C. About 9% D. About 12% E. About 15% 2. If an...

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Other Resources

Is Your Retirement Plan “Catchy?”

Is Your Retirement Plan “Catchy?”

Is Your Retirement Plan "Catchy?" By offering — and encouraging — catch-up contributions, plan sponsors can demonstrate a heightened commitment to employee retirement readiness. Over a five-year period ending in 2020, nearly 15% of participants utilized catch-up...

Online Security Tips From The Department Of Labor

Online Security Tips From The Department Of Labor

You can reduce the risk of fraud and loss to your retirement account by following these basic rules: REGISTER, SET UP AND ROUTINELY MONITOR YOUR ONLINE ACCOUNTMaintaining online access to your retirement account allows you to protect and manage your...

April 2023 Newsletter

April 2023 Newsletter

Your Plan Fiduciary Must-Do and Should-Do Lists When you’re a plan fiduciary, you are, of course, prioritizing what ERISA law requires of you. You have a checklist of Must-Dos. But there is also a list of things that you can do proactively that will keep the plan—and...