The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking comments about rules for lifetime income illustrations provided to defined contribution (DC) plan participants.
The bill, SB 814, affects financial services firms with affiliated financial advisers in Florida, regardless of where the firm’s headquarters are located.
President Obama’s proposal to cap individual retirement accounts (IRAs) not only has the potential to affect participants — it could also add administrative work for sponsors and advisers.
The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) and the National Tax Sheltered Accounts Association (NTSAA) requested changes to pre-approved plan programs.
The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals determined Marshall & Ilsley was entitled to a presumption of prudence for holding company stock in its retirement plan.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is granting relief for employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) that have to make amendments to satisfy diversification requirements.