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In Praise of the 401(k) Employer Match

In Praise of the 401(k) Employer Match

By: Greg Carpenter

June 26th 2013

A 401(k) employer match is an incredible way for employers to do right by their employees, explains the Frugal Fiduciary.
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Self-directed investing in 401(k)s: Paternalism or Freedom?

Self-directed investing in 401(k)s: Paternalism or Freedom?

By: Greg Carpenter

June 19th 2013

When it comes to plan sponsors, is offering self-directed investing in a 401(k) a question of paternalism or freedom? The Frugal Fiduciary weighs in.
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401(k) Investing: Trends

401(k) Investing: Trends

By: Greg Carpenter

June 12th 2013

Small businesses are starting to forego active management and making low cost investments instead. 401(k) investing adjustments are made to fit the new standard of living.
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Follow the Money on 401(k) Fee Disclosures

Follow the Money on 401(k) Fee Disclosures

By: Greg Carpenter

June 5th 2013

Employee Fiduciary explains why 401(k) Fee Disclosures are not the best solution for financial advisors. Disclosures are confusing and oftentimes ignored.
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Bookmark This: 12 401(k) Articles for Your Holiday Weekend Reading

Bookmark This: 12 401(k) Articles for Your Holiday Weekend Reading

By: Greg Carpenter

May 22nd 2013

A collection of 401(k) articles on taxes, fees, passive vs. active management, and the PBS program, “The Retirement Gamble.”
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We Got What We Asked For - Now Let’s Ask for Low Cost 401(k) Plans

We Got What We Asked For - Now Let’s Ask for Low Cost 401(k) Plans

By: Greg Carpenter

May 16th 2013

When consumers demand change, the market responds. Join the Frugal Fiduciary in calling for low cost 401(k) plans to reshape the retirement landscape.
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Keep 401(k) Plan Costs Down: Bogle Interviewed on PBS’ “Frontline”

Keep 401(k) Plan Costs Down: Bogle Interviewed on PBS’ “Frontline”

By: Greg Carpenter

May 10th 2013

Can you keep 401(k) plan costs down? The Frugal Fiduciary reviews a Frontline report, “The Retirement Gamble,” on how fees can derail investor plans.
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The 30 Minute Rule: Self-Directed Investing in Your 401(k)

The 30 Minute Rule: Self-Directed Investing in Your 401(k)

By: Greg Carpenter

April 17th 2013

Find out why investors research before dealing with 401(k) fees and investments. Never invest in something you don’t understand after 30 minutes of research.
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What You Ought to Know About 401(k) Fiduciary Responsibility

What You Ought to Know About 401(k) Fiduciary Responsibility

By: Greg Carpenter

April 10th 2013

The Frugal Fiduciary highlights why the recent GAO report is an excellent reminder of a 401(k) fiduciary responsibility to investors.
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The “Plug and Play” 401(k)

The “Plug and Play” 401(k)

By: Greg Carpenter

March 27th 2013

The Frugal Fiduciary explains that keeping 401(k) plan costs down is easier when you recognize these plans are just a commodity like any other.
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