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Top Factors to Consider When Choosing a 401(k) Plan

Evaluate Plan Providers

How to Evaluate a 401(k) Provider

Dive into the key factors to consider when evaluating a 401(k) plan provider, ensuring that the chosen recordkeeper aligns with client needs and business goals. From understanding fee structures to assessing customer service, learn what to look for when evaluating providers to make informed decisions that benefit your clients and their employees. 

How Advisors Can Benefit from Partnering with Retirement Providers for Enhanced Client Service

Evaluate Plan Providers

Advisor Story: People-Centric Retirement Services

Discover the importance of viewing service providers as partners to enhance client service and achieve better outcomes.

Our Advisor Stories series showcases real-world insights and strategies from successful advisors.

SIMPLE and SEP IRAs for Small Business Clients

Employer education · Plan design & capabilities · Article

IRA Options for Small Businesses

SEP and SIMPLE IRAs offers small businesses an easy, affordable way to provide retirement benefits without the administrative complexity of a 401(k). These plans give you straightforward options to support clients who want low-cost setup, predictable responsibilities, and valuable tax advantages.

What advisors should know about SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, and 401(k)s

Engage Clients · Plan design & capabilities · Article

SEP IRA vs SIMPLE IRA vs 401(k)

Financial advisors often guide small business owners through critical decisions about retirement plans. Understanding the differences between SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, and 401(k)s can help you recommend the best option based on business size, budget, and growth goals.

Understanding Oregon's State Mandates for Retirement Plans: Options and Compliance

Retirement State Mandates

Oregon State-Mandated Retirement Plan Options

Help clients in Oregon understand their state's retirement mandates and explore alternative solutions that meet both satisfy legal requirements and align with clients' needs. 

Why State Governments Are Requiring Small Businesses to Offer Retirement Plans

Retirement State Mandates

Why States Mandate Retirement Plans

Help clients understand the necessity of state-mandated retirement plans and explore their options to comply with these mandates.

Understanding CalSavers: California's Retirement Savings Program for Your Clients

Retirement State Mandates

CalSavers Retirement Program Details

Help clients understand California's CalSavers Retirement Savings Program and explore alternative options to satisfy state mandate requirements.

Understanding Illinois Secure Choice: A Guide for Financial Advisors

Retirement State Mandates

Complying with Illinois Secure Choice

Help clients understand the Illinois Secure Choice Retirement Savings Program and explore alternative options to meet their retirement plan needs. 

Understanding Minnesota's State Mandates for Retirement Plans: Options and Compliance

Retirement State Mandates

Minnesota State-Mandated Retirement Plan Options

Help your clients in Minnesota navigate the state's mandated retirement program and discover alternative solutions that not only satisfy legal requirements but also align with their business goals. 

Understanding Maryland's State Mandates for Retirement Plans: Options and Compliance

Retirement State Mandates

Maryland State-Mandated Retirement Plan Options

Help your clients in Maryland understand the state's mandated retirement program and explore alternative solutions that satisfy both the mandate and their business needs. 

Understanding Nevada's State Mandates for Retirement Plans: Options and Compliance

Retirement State Mandates

Nevada State-Mandated Retirement Plan Options

Help clients in Nevada understand the state's mandated retirement program and explore alternative solutions that satisfy legal requirements and meet their business goals. 

Understanding Hawaii's State Mandates for Retirement Plans: Options and Compliance

Retirement State Mandates

Hawaii State-Mandated Retirement Plan Options

Help clients understand Hawaii's state-mandated retirement program and explore the alternative solutions to satisfy the mandates as well as meet their business needs.

Understanding State Mandates in Illinois for Retirement Plans: Options and Compliance

Retirement State Mandates

Illinois State-Mandated Retirement Plan Options

Help clients understand Illinois' state-mandated retirement program and educate them on the key features and benefits of the program as well as available alternatives.

Annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs) for Retirement Plans

Engage Clients · Participant education · Information Guide

Annual COLAs for Retirement Plans

Explore how cost of living adjustments (COLAs) impact contribution limits and the operations of qualified retirement plans, SEP plans, and SIMPLE plans. Learn about the annual adjustments required by Section 415 of the Internal Revenue Code and how they affect your clients' retirement planning.

Comparing Retirement Plan Options for Your Client's Small Business

Engage Clients · Plan design & capabilities · Products and Services

Comparing Small Business Retirement Plan Options

Compare various retirement plan options to find the best fit for your clients, considering factors like eligibility, contributions, and administrative responsibilities.

Find the right plan for your client with our small business plans overview.

New Penalty-Free Distribution Option for Emergency Expenses Under SECURE 2.0

SECURE 2.0 · Distributions · Information Guide

Penalty-Free Distribution Options Under SECURE 2.0

Help your clients understand the new penalty-free distribution option for emergency expenses, including eligibility and benefits of the provision, introduced by the SECURE 2.0 Act. 

Understanding the Increased RMD Age Under SECURE 2.0

SECURE 2.0 · Distributions · Information Guide

Navigating RMD Changes Under SECURE 2.0

Help your clients navigate the changes to the required minimum distribution (RMD) age introduced by the SECURE 2.0 Act. 

Unlocking the Potential of Retirement Plans: Insights and Strategies

Growth Strategies · Expand my practice · Whitepaper

Unlock Growth with Retirement Plans

Expand your advisory practice by integrating retirement plans, leveraging the SECURE 2.0 Act and state mandates to meet growing demand and enhance client relationships.

Demonstrate Plan Value to Clients with Our Online Pricing Calculator

Growth Strategies · Help me prospect · Calculator or Tool

Demonstrate Plan Value with Online Pricing Calculator

Use our pricing calculator to create a custom illustration that demonstrates the plan value and compare Ascensus 401k plan pricing with current plan pricing.

Prospect New Clients with SECURE 2.0 Tax Credit Calculator

Growth Strategies · SECURE 2.0 · Help me prospect · Calculator or Tool

SECURE 2.0 Tax Credit Calculator for Eligible Employers

Use the SECURE 2.0 Tax Credit Calculator to prospect small business clients by demonstrating potential tax credits available for sponsoring a retirement plan.

Driving Better Retirement Outcomes with Targeted Messaging

Engage Clients · Employer education · Case study

Leveraging Targeted Messaging for Enhanced Savings Rates

Help clients understand the power of targeted messaging to improve retirement savings outcomes. Guide clients through the use of behavioral finance principles and A/B testing to create effective participant communications.