Can I Keep My TPA If I Change 401(k) Recordkeepers?
Thinking about changing your 401(k) recordkeeper, but really like your TPA? They know your plan, understand your company, and the…
Employers
Below you’ll find guides for employers who play a key role in shaping their organization’s retirement benefits.
Whether you’re evaluating your first 401(k) plan or expanding into cash balance or non-qualified plans, these expert resources are here to help you design, implement, and manage plans that meet the needs of your workforce and your business.
In this category, you’ll learn how to:
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Select the right retirement plan to match company goals and budget
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Understand plan responsibilities and compliance requirements
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Support recruitment and retention through competitive benefits
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Integrate non-qualified plans for leadership or key employees
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Control plan costs while maximizing value for participants
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Work effectively with advisors, administrators, and service providers
These articles are ideal for executive leadership, finance teams, and decision-makers responsible for employee benefits and organizational planning.
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What Changes With Your 401(k) as Your Company Approaches 100 Employees?
Your company had 30 employees. Then 50. Now you’re at 75 and hiring isn’t slowing down. Suddenly, someone asks: “Does…
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Your 401(k) Recordkeeper Was Acquired or Merged. Do You Have to Stay?
Your company carefully selected a 401(k) recordkeeper. Then something changed. Your recordkeeper was acquired. Two companies merged. A familiar name…
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Our Company Is Growing Fast. Is Our 401(k) Keeping Up?
Growth is exciting. You’re hiring. Revenue is growing. New opportunities keep coming. The company that had 25 employees suddenly has…
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Can I Change My 401(k) Advisor Without Changing Everything Else?
Your 401(k) works well. You like your recordkeeper. Payroll is running smoothly. Your TPA knows your plan. You just need…
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We Accidentally Processed Pre-Tax Catch-Up Contributions. Now What?
No one wants to discover a payroll error involving a retirement plan, trust me! If your organization accidentally processed pre-tax…
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Has Your Company Outgrown Its 401(k) Plan Design?
What worked when you had 20 employees may not work when you have 100. As your business grows, your 401(k)…
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The 5 Most Common 401(k) Plan Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Even the most organized HR and payroll teams occasionally make 401(k) plan errors. With multiple systems, tight deadlines, and changing…
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Why Running a 401(k) Plan Feels Harder Than Ever in 2026
If you feel like running your 401k plan administration has become more stressful… You’re not alone. Many employers are feeling…
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Is Your 401(k) Plan Good? Here’s How to Know for Sure
If you’re a business owner, HR professional, or retirement plan committee member, you’ve probably asked this question: “Is our 401(k)…
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What Does a 401(k) Advisor Really Do? Here’s How They Help You, Your Plan, and Your People
If you’re responsible for your company’s 401(k) plan, you might wonder: Do I really need a financial advisor to help…
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What Most Employers Don’t Realize About Their 401(k) Plan
If I could sit down with every plan sponsor for 30 minutes, here’s what I would say: Running a retirement…
