Choosing between an employer who has a 401(k) match and one who doesn’t

November 7, 2016 When you’re choosing between two job opportunities, many people will compare the salaries, and go with the higher pay. But it’s just as important to compare the benefits. Read full article Source: The Washington Post ...
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April 9, 2015 Mutual funds vary greatly in their reliance on proxy advisory recommendations. Over 25% of funds rely almost entirely on ISS recommendations, while other funds place little weight on them. Funds with higher benefits and lower costs of researching items up for vote are less likely to rely on ISS. These actively voting funds are less likely vote in a 'one size fits all' manner and they earn higher alphas, consistent with benefits from this allocation of resources. For the underlying firms, the presence of actively voting funds mitigates the influence of ISS and helps sway shareholder votes ...
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Cincinnati workers aren't all that great at saving for retirement, at least when it comes to taking part in a company 401(k) plan. Read full article Source: Cincinnati.com ...
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New York, August 27, 2014 — If you're doing the right things: saving for retirement by contributing to your 401(k) plan, getting the maximum match from your employer-- if one is offered -- and investing prudently, it wouldn't seem to matter where you live. Read full article Source: Street.com ...
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August 26, 2014 — Nevada is the worst state in which to have a 401(k) plan, while Florida, Louisana and Kentucky, among a few more, aren't faring much better, according to data from Judy Diamond Associates.  Read full article Source: BenefitsPro.com ...
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