The SECURE Act - What's It Mean For Me?
The Senate passed the most sweeping retirement legislation in decades - The SECURE Act. Find out how it impacts you here.
PSA: Retirement Plan Contribution Limits for 2019 and 2020
Wondering how much you can sock away for retirement? Knowing the limits for different types of accounts can help you maximize your retirement savings AND save money on taxes.Last week, the IRS released the new deferral rates for 2020. Without further adieu, see below for the 2019 limits and the new 2020 limits so you can stay on top of your contributions.
Cash Balance 5: Dr. Westing and Dr. Yo (A Case Study)
Is a cash balance plan a good fit as a retirement plan for a doctor's office with ten employees?
Cash Balance Plans 3: A Quick Primer Video
If you are new to learning about cash balance plans, this quick (under two minute!) primer video will let you know the highlights of cash balance plans.
Cash Balance Plans Part 2: Five Answers to the Most Frequently Asked Questions
Fall is in the air and we are officially creeping towards the end of the year. If you are a business owner or a partner, this is typically the time of year when your retirement plan crosses your mind. Whether you need a minor tweak or a major overhaul, your retirement plan strategy is worth a review before the end of the year to make sure you are doing all you can to meet the needs of your own retirement, your employee’s needs, and your company’s objectives.
Cash Balance Plans Part 1: A (Little Known) Smart Retirement Plan Strategy
If you are a business owner and haven’t heard of a cash balance plan before…you’ll want to keep reading to find out if you can save a small fortune in taxes AND ramp up your retirement funds.
Who Acts with Your Best Interests in Mind?
President Trump last week nominated Eugene Scalia to head the DOL following Secretary Acosta's resignation. Scalia was instrumental in the first version of the rule's defeat last year. He was the lead counsel for SIFMA and the body of trade groups that defeated the rule. On June 5, 2019, the 4-member Securities and Exchange Commission voted to approve the "Reg BI Package."
Plan Sponsor Series 4: Six Questions for Your Next 401(k) RFP
It's Form 5500 submission time (or extension period time), and hopefully with that, a time to review and reflect on your 401(k) plan. It is a great time to thoroughly review your plan and seek to improve, develop, or change things.
Plan Sponsor Series 1: What’s the Difference Between an Index Fund, an ETF and a Mutual Fund?
One of the main questions we often hear is "What's the difference between mutual funds, low-cost index funds, and ETFs?" This post breaks down the definitions for each one and compares their overall offerings.
Welcome to the Investor's Choice Blog
We have often heard that it’s hard to know where to start when selecting a retirement plan - like a 401(k) or 403(b) - for your company. With over a decade in the retirement industry and 200 years of collective experience, we want to help guide you to make the best decision for your company.