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As a plan sponsor being investigated by an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agent, there is one thing you might not be aware of. The IRS agent is there to ensure there has been voluntary compliance by you to the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code....By: Ary Rosenbaum

Agenda for That 401(k) Conference, Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA, Friday, October 11, 2019....By: Ary Rosenbaum

As a retirement plan provider, you need to stand out in the crowd be- cause of the competitive nature of the business. Marketing is very near and dear to my heart because I built my practice with the eye on standing out in the crowd of ERISA...By: Ary Rosenbaum

Social media is a great benefit for your 401(k) business, but sometimes it can be a disaster if you let it. I’ve seen too many business professionals and companies that get in trouble on Facebook for posting things that are just unprofessional......By: Ary Rosenbaum

20 years ago, the hard liquor business was dying and microbreweries were the hottest thing. People may not be aware of it, but for most of the existence of television, the spirit industry had a self-imposed ban on liquor advertising......By: Ary Rosenbaum

The fascinating part of ERISA litigations is the changing law and viewpoints. To combat the rising tide of litigation, some companies have included arbitration provisions in their Plan document. That means participants can’t adjudicate their claims...By: Ary Rosenbaum

When picking plan providers, you must have a rational process in place to that. There must be a variety of reasons why you should select them in your role as a plan sponsor. The biggest mistake you can make in selecting a plan provider is by focusing...By: Ary Rosenbaum

You’ve got a lot on your plate as a retirement plan provider and the last thing you need is more headaches. So don’t add to your workload and headaches by deciding to bill for the work of another provider....By: Ary Rosenbaum

It’s funny in a sense that the people who should be most experienced with Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs), many divorce attorneys, don’t seem to know how to draft a QDRO.......By: Ary Rosenbaum

Kenny Roger’s “The Gambler” song has some great tips. You need to know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em, know when to walk away, and know when to run. MIT wisely settled a class-action lawsuit concerning their retirement plans and the...By: Ary Rosenbaum