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In MarketBeat, Nevin E. Adams, JD, in the interests of spurring some discussion (and perhaps a few thousand “clicks”), offers some thoughts on cryptocurrency and its (current) place within retirement plans. READ MORE
Citing the current lack of a “compelling policy objective that comports with the Department’s mandate,” the American Retirement Association has commented that the Labor Department shouldn’t call out climate-related risks for special attention.  The comments came in response to the Labor Department... READ MORE
If you’re serious about supporting plans and workers in the non-profit sector you can’t afford to miss out on the inaugural NAPA/NTSA ERISA 403(b) Advisor Conference. This unique conference is the only industry event designed specifically for expert advisors in the ERISA 403(b) space. Topics... READ MORE
Tech Talk discusses the service providers with which 403(b) sponsors work to handle one or more aspects of managing the plan. READ MORE
A survey found that after a year in which many consumers had to rely heavily on digital tools for their financial needs, self-reported “financial experts” use digital tools more often than others. Not only that, writes Ted Godbout in MarketBeat, a significant proportion of Americans say that access... READ MORE
The Retirement Income Consortium has launched—with the “shared goal of supporting greater access for workers to retirement income solutions”—and the American Retirement Association is a member. The Consortium, launched by Broadridge Financial Solutions, is focused on helping acceleration of the... READ MORE
Exercising fiduciary duty entails a variety of functions—including maintaining and periodically reviewing documents and documentation. In MarketBeat, John Iekel writes about a recent blog entry that reminds that documentation means more than just keeping documents. READ MORE
Tech Talk discusses investment options for 403(b) plans, which generally are more limited than they are for other qualified retirement plans. READ MORE
Bipartisan legislation backed by the American Retirement Association would allow the expenses associated with plan design changes to be reimbursed from plan assets. The Increasing Small Business Retirement Choices Act, introduced April 26 by Sens. Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Tim Scott (R-SC), would... READ MORE
Tech Talk addresses what U.S. government agencies have a role in regulating and overseeing 403(b) plans or investment options provided to participants. READ MORE
Cyber criminals are as innovative as those who develop and refine the technology they manipulate—and now their targets include the retirement industry. John Iekel writes in MarketBeat about experts in a recent panel, and also in a report, who weighed in on the tricks those criminals use and... READ MORE
Today is your last chance to participate in NTSA's first 2022 Member Survey. This one concerns volunteerism, both in your community and as a corporate citizen, serving as an NTSA and industry representative in the best way possible. And in the process—think about volunteering with and for the... READ MORE
Tech Talk provides some examples of the kinds of 403(b) plans that are or are not covered by ERISA. READ MORE
Two items to contemplate today! 1. Let’s hear from you! Complete our first NTSA 2022 Member Survey at https://www.research.net/r/VZRZV5F. Tell us about your community involvement and considering NTSA volunteering, too. 2. Any ideas for Nominations for consideration for the NTSA Richard Ford... READ MORE
Join NTSA in congratulating Adam Pearce’s ongoing volunteerism with NTSA and his commitment to local community volunteerism. Pearce received the NTSA 2021 Richard Ford Volunteer Service Award for his lifetime service, both with NTSA and in Phoenix, AZ. “What I found on my journey with NTSA is that... READ MORE
Choosing the right technology and integrating it into your practice smartly can turbocharge your business. In MarketBeat, John Ortman writes about a workshop at which tech-savvy execs explained how. READ MORE
Nominations are now being accepted for American Retirement Association’s 2023 Board of Directors.  Elected at-large members of the Board of Directors serve for one term of three calendar years. Nominees must be nominated by at least two members to be considered. Submit a nomination today! Click... READ MORE
The American Retirement Association has joined the Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE).  The Financial Alliance for Racial Equity—a coalition comprised of nine leading financial services groups, six historically Black colleges and universities and four strategic partners, including the... READ MORE
Your NTSA is a membership organization that supports industry volunteer collaboration and is committed to corporate social responsibility in the communities we serve. We need to hear from you about your community service—and maybe you'll volunteer to also spread the NTSA mission! Click here. It... READ MORE
Tech Talk discusses the circumstances under which a 403(b) plan is not covered by ERISA. READ MORE

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