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SEC Commissioner: Private Assets ‘Not Only Acceptable, but Desirable’ for Retirement Investors

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Mark Uyeda argued in a public speech in Washington on Friday that it is essential for defined contribution (DC) plan investors to have access to private securities

Decumulation: The Nuanced Art of Financing Retirement

Part II in a two-part series concerning retirement planning and its ultimate application focuses on experts' insights on the nuanced art of decumulation.

Generational Middle Children a Retirement Ray of Hope

In the professional world, Millennials are fast becoming the middle children. And like the proverbial invisible child, they are quietly going about their business — and in the process, doing quite well at saving for retirement.

A Red-State Retirement Plot Twist in Utah

If you told me five years ago that Utah would produce one of the most promising retirement coverage expansions, I might have blinked twice.

For Whom Are Trump Accounts Especially Advantageous?

Trump accounts are great for helping a child get a head start on retirement, but may be less suited for certain specialized purposes than other accounts, suggests a whitepaper.

Advisor AI Use Expands (Rapidly), But …

Daily use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools among financial advisors has doubled in the past year, but there’s a persistent hesitancy about applying it to work.

Forfeiture Case Against Duke Dismissed

A forfeiture reallocation suit has been dismissed six months after it was filed.

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The Qualified 401(k) Specialist (QKS) credential program equips retirement plan professionals, especially those in sales and client-facing roles, with essential knowledge and skills for managing and selling defined contribution (DC) retirement plans. Earning the QKS credential showcases your expertise in 401(k) sales and consultation, preparing you to successfully navigate client interactions and drive business growth.

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Retirement income solutions are gaining traction, but that doesn't mean that it’s clear sailing for their adoption and in-plan use, nor even for active interest in them. Industry experts recently discussed what some of the impediments are and how to address them.

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Advance your career in the retirement industry with ASPPA's credential programs. From the Qualified 401(k) Specialist (QKS) to the Certified Pension Consultant (CPC), our comprehensive education and certification courses provide essential knowledge and skills for professionals at all levels.

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