ASPPA Net Staff

Actually, there may be more than one… In a year unlike any in recent memory, 2020 has brought with it an extraordinary amount of change and challenges. But there’s an easy way to get a jump on 2021, and close out 2020 on a strong note—but the “window” to do so is closing… You can get plugged in... READ MORE

The Plan Sponsor Council of America (PSCA) has unveiled a new education campaign focused on emphasizing the importance of keeping beneficiary designations up to date.   Unveiled in time for 401(k) Day—the Friday after Labor Day (the anniversary of ERISA’s signing)—the campaign is designed to help... READ MORE

More than half of employers (51.5%) now position the health savings account (HSA) as a retirement savings vehicle, according to the Plan Sponsor Council of America’s (PSCA) second annual HSA benchmarking survey, sponsored by Empower Retirement, reinforcing the notion that HSAs can be a powerful... READ MORE

A new white paper finds that use of fixed income options in 401(k) plans has not kept pace with workplace trends.   Traditionally, fixed income investments have been used to reduce a portfolio’s overall volatility to an acceptable level without significantly reducing returns—but that objective... READ MORE

The American Retirement Association and ASPPA will hold a joint annual business meeting on Monday, October 26, 2020, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Eastern during ASPPA2020 – All Access.   The annual business meeting will include addresses by ARA President Kyla Keck, CPC, QPA, QKA, and ASPPA... READ MORE

Nominations are now being accepted for ASPPA’s 2021 Leadership Council. Elected at-large members of the Leadership Council serve for one term of four calendar years. Nominees must be credentialed ASPPA members nominated by at least two members to be considered. Submit a nomination today! Click... READ MORE

ASPPA’s new Qualified 401(k) Consultant (QKC) joins an impressive lineup of designations widely recognized within the retirement plan industry.   The QKC is a midpoint between the QKA and QPA—ideal for someone with extensive DC (defined contributions) knowledge.   The credential complements... READ MORE

We’ve just revised our COVID-19 resource page, updating the CARES Act FAQs to reflect recent guidance from the DOL and IRS. The CARES Act FAQ categories include:   General Questions COVID-19 Distributions COVID-19 Loans RMD Waivers Safe Harbor & SIMPLE Plans Government Plans Defined... READ MORE

If you love ASPPA Annual, you’ll be amazed at what we’ve done for ASPPA Annual 2020!   Until recently, ASPPA was moving ahead with its plans to hold this year’s ASPPA Annual conference in Chicago this fall. However, Illinois is pursuing a state-wide reopening plan that does not allow hotels to... READ MORE