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Big Decision When Starting a 401(k) Plan: To Match or Not To Match 21 Aug 2013 | 05:00 pm
There is a very common myth that for an employer to offer a 401(k) plan to their employees, they must provide employees a matching contribution. In actuality, an employer is not required to offer a ma...
401(k) Contribution and Tax-Deferral Limit Increases for 2013 1 Nov 2012 | 04:00 pm
Good news for retirement savers. The IRS increased the contribution and tax-deferral limits for 401(k) plans for 2013. Employees can now contribute up to $17,500 per year starting in 2013 -- a $500 in...
Introducing a Gold Fund and Four Other New Funds to Our Investment Line-up 2 Mar 2012 | 03:00 am
The core objectives of ShareBuilder 401k are to provide high quality, diverse and low expense funds so your money can work harder over time. That's why we've added five new funds to our line-up . In...
Solo 401(k) Plan Deadlines for 2011 Tax Savings Are Fast Approaching 9 Dec 2011 | 03:00 am
There is an important deadline for owner-only businesses that want to save on taxes this year, let alone have money set aside for retirement. Solo plans, also called Individual 401(k) plans, enable ow...
401(k) Contribution and Tax-Deferral Limit Increases for 2012 25 Oct 2011 | 12:00 am
Here’s some good news for retirement savers. For the first time in four years, the IRS has increased the contribution and tax-deferral limits for 401(k) plans. Employees can now contribute up to $17,0...
Why actively managed mutual funds are hurting your 401(k) 20 Sep 2011 | 12:00 am
Historically, index funds have whooped actively managed mutual funds. It’s not even close. It’s like Notre Dame playing Navy in football. Many Americans are emotionally rooting for Navy to pull the up...
A Million Reasons to Start a 401(k) Plan Today 21 Jul 2011 | 12:00 am
Albert Einstein is quoted as saying, "The most powerful force in the universe is compound interest." He too was apparently impressed with how time offers a big leg up in building wealth. When you tak...
Three reasons variable annuities are bad for your 401(k) plan 10 Jun 2011 | 12:00 am
During the recession of 2008 and 2009, many discussions began about what if anything can be done to generate guaranteed payouts in retirement plans. Some big insurance companies took the lead suggesti...
Downsize your 401(k) Expenses for Lower Risks & Higher Rewards 13 May 2011 | 12:00 am
If you are a small or midsize business that has a 401(k) plan, you know that you must act in your employees’ best interest. This is part of the duties and fiduciary role you take on. Most owners want ...
Selecting the best solo 401(k) for owner-only businesses 15 Apr 2011 | 12:00 am
If you’re an owner-only business, you can take full advantage of the flexibility a 401(k) offers you and shelter up to $49K from 2011 taxes -- $55K if you are 50+ years of age. That’s pretty powerful....