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401- What? 457- Who? Understanding Retirement Plan Options

Thursday, August 25th, 2011
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We often get questions from clients wondering what type of retirement plan they have and how their plan is different from all the other plans out there. While it can get confusing, all of these plans are set up with the same basic idea in mind: give employees control over their own retirement savings. So let’s look at the more popular types of plans available for employees.

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Which retirement advice is right for you?

Monday, May 9th, 2011
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If you’re thinking about using advice or an advisory service to help you invest in your retirement plan, you have lots to consider.

Where do people find investment advice for employer-sponsored plans? Some people use an independent, unaffiliated advice service. Some companies offer investment advice for plan participants as an employee benefit. Some 401(k) plan advisers – who have helped your employer to establish a retirement plan – also provide participant advice. Or you might have a financial adviser who handles other elements of your personal finances and also provides advice for your employer-sponsored plan investments.

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A Refresher: What’s so great about work retirement plans?

Tuesday, September 7th, 2010
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For most people, a work retirement plan will be the primary investment vehicle used to save for what we all hope will be a long, exciting and fun-filled retirement. With the uncertain future of Social Security, and the rapid decline of pension plans, individuals are more responsible than ever to fund their own retirement. As we approach 401(k) Day, we at Smart401k thought it would be a good time for a refresher on the importance of participating in your company-sponsored retirement plan and the benefits you receive.

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