Recently I was asked “what do I owe my employees” in terms of how we manage/review the retirement plan. That’s a great question and one that can make the difference between an effective plan and an ineffective plan. It’s also something we love to talk about at The Joseph Group. When thinking about what a […]
It is truly a privilege to serve such wonderful clients and that is not lost on us. The trust our clients place in us to help them operate an effective plan – one that ultimately enables their team to reach retirement readiness – is an honor and we strive each day to earn that […]
As a retirement plan sponsor, providing education for your team so that they can make the most of the retirement plan is critical. When employees are financially well, they tend to perform better with their day-to-day duties, as well as have better health outcomes. There are several financial services companies that survey employees around […]
As we near the end of our annual investment due diligence meetings for plan year 2024, I am reminded that the job we do is such a blessing. To be trusted with any employee’s retirement savings is a privilege, and we appreciate those who put their faith in us to do it well. If you […]
In the 401(k) world we, as specialists in the space, spend a substantial amount of time consulting with plan sponsors on a handful of big decisions when starting or operating an effective retirement plan. Most of these revolve around some of the main fiduciary aspects like managing a prudent lineup, making sure that plan design […]
Another year is coming to an end and another round of chaotic but fun family times is upon us. This has not been a normal year in the 401(k) world. We’ve had a lot of fun, but also a lot of change and a sprinkle of “they said what?” moments. As a lighthearted […]
When either starting or evaluating a 401(k) plan, choosing the right partners is paramount to the overall success of the plan. These are typically the Recordkeeper, the Third Party Administration (TPA), and the plan’s investment Advisor. When choosing these providers, there are many considerations around what is the best fit for you and your […]
As a plan sponsor, running an effective 401(k) plan can be time consuming and take your focus away from your day-to-day responsibilities. With the stress of your everyday job sometimes pieces of a 401(k) plan can be pushed to the side. One part of an effective 401(k) plan that is often overlooked is education. […]
We have likely heard the latest phrase in the news “forever labor shortage” or perhaps you are even experiencing this right now in a hiring process. To some, it certainly feels like the economy is humming along and creating jobs, but finding the right candidate to fill a role is becoming increasingly difficult. To others, […]
Christmas is a wonderful time of year. Personally, it’s one of my favorites! Each year it’s a time to remember the things we’re thankful for and spend time with loved ones. For this article, I wanted to take a different approach to both share some blessings and hopefully a funny anecdote. This year has been […]