Employee Outcomes

When Does a Participant Loan Become a Deemed Distribution?
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For plans that offer loans, there is oftentimes confusion around when a participant loan will default, and even more so around when that loan would be considered a distribution for tax-reporting purposes. A recent IRS Issue Snapshot affirms that a participant loan is a legally enforceable agreement and terms of the loan agreement must comply  Read More →
Retirement Income Participant Interest Surveys: A Contrarian View
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Retirement income products can serve an important purpose as a participant investment option for retirement plans. Surveys gauging participant interest in these options may be open to interpretation, especially when the survey is conducted by a retirement income vendor. A survey conducted by the well-known and respected JP Morgan gauged participant interest for a retirement  Read More →
Financial Wellness Gone Wrong
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According to Forbes, a financial wellness program is the new “must-have” employee benefit. And it’s not hard to argue that it’s a must-have for plan sponsors too. After all, financial stress can hinder productivity and dampen employee morale, while financial wellness can help workers gain control of their financial lives and retire on time, saving  Read More →

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