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Pros & Cons Of Auto-enrolling Employees In A 401(k) Program

Genesis HR Solutions

Should you auto-enroll your employees into your company’s 401(k) program? Instead, take a look at the pros and cons, and then make an educated decision for your company. Automatic enrollment is exactly what it sounds like—you, the employer, automatically enroll your employees into your organization’s 401(k) plan.

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Top 10 401(k) Providers in 2023

HR Lineup

One of the cornerstones of retirement planning is the 401(k) plan, and choosing the right provider can significantly impact your financial future. In this article, we’ll explore the top 10 401(k) providers for 2023, each offering unique features and benefits to help you make an informed decision. What is a 401(k)?

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Introduction to 401(k)s for small businesses

Business Management Daily

Setting up a 401(k) for employees can be a daunting task for small business owners. 401(k)s allow employees to set aside a percentage of their salary to plan for their future retirement. 401(k)s allow employees to set aside a percentage of their salary to plan for their future retirement.

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Middle-Income Earners Can Be Millionaires

Money Talk

Many people think you need to earn a high salary (e.g., saving 10% of pay in a 401(k) plan). Education Matters- One study found that 88% of millionaires graduated from college and 52% have a master’s, doctoral, or professional degree. One reason is that average salaries rise with higher levels of education.

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Can Employers Help Employees Save (or Save More)?

AssuredPartners

Earlier adopters of 401(k) plans, Generation X workers are saving for retirement, but many may fall short. Despite 81% participating in an employer-sponsored 401(k) or similar plan, only 22% of this generation’s workers are “very” confident they will be able to retire comfortably.

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What's missing from retirement planning? Oftentimes, it's access

WEX Inc.

Education level influences access Employees’ education history also affects their retirement account access. Employees with lower levels of education often work lower-wage jobs that don’t offer these benefits. This could be an HSA, 401(k), IRA, and more. One-third with a bachelor’s degree or higher.

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Financial Security and Happiness in Later Life: Reflections from Recent Webinars

Money Talk

Below are 10 of my top take-aways: Knowledge is Power - While new state financial education mandates are getting lots of media attention (and rightly so), financial education works for everyone! Recent research provides clear evidence of the positive effects of financial education on financial behaviors.

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