Traditional 401(k) Vs. Roth 401(k)
Posted: March 28, 2020
The Roth 401(k) was introduced in 2006 and is becoming increasingly more common. The bigger the company, the more likely it is that employees will have the option of contributing to a Roth 401(k). Although the traditional 401(k) and the Roth 401(k) share some similarities, there are also major differences between the two. What Is A Roth 401(k)? A Roth 401(k) is a type of...
Should I Invest In A Fixed Annuity?
Posted: March 22, 2020
Individuals who are semi-retired, about to retire, or already retired may choose fixed annuities to help stabilize their income from investments. Fixed annuities are insurance contracts. They offer the person who owns the annuity a set amount of income at regular intervals up to a specified point in time or a specified event, such as the annuity owner’s death. Investing in fixed annuities has both...
Top 7 Considerations When Choosing A Group Health Plan To Offer
Posted: March 13, 2020
Employee benefits are a key factor in recruiting and retaining top talent. Group health insurance is an important part of your employee benefits package that helps your company compete in the marketplace. If you are shopping for a group health plan, the following rank among the top factors to consider. Number Of Employees To be eligible for group health insurance, you must have between one...
How Long Will My Life Insurance Application Take?
Posted: March 7, 2020
Applying for life insurance may seem like a daunting process, but knowing what to expect can make it simpler and easier for you. Depending on a variety of factors, the underwriting approval process can take anywhere from a few days to a few months or longer. The following are the basic steps you can expect with a life insurance application process. Gather Up The Necessary...
What Happens If I Stop Adding To My 401(k)?
Posted: February 28, 2020
Contributions to a 401(k) can stop for a variety of reasons. You may have been laid off or fired or left your job voluntarily. You could also choose to stop your 401(k) contributions while still employed with the company, with no penalty for doing so. What happens to your 401(k) after you stop adding to it may be largely up to you, depending on the...