School of Employer Plans
The School of Employer Plans, presented by Meld University, conducts classes and publishes articles to help you in providing retirement benefits and financial wellness training to your employees.


Employer Sponsored Plan Checklist 2023
January 26, 2023School of Employer Plans
Download our 2023 Employer Sponsored Plan Checklist to ensure your company meets all its obligations and doesn’t miss a deadline.


Important Year-End Dates for Employer Sponsored Plans
November 17, 2022School of Employer Plans
In December, there are several important tasks employers with company sponsored retirement plans must remember to complete.


What Type of Business Retirement Plan to Offer
January 27, 2022School of Employer Plans
Choose a business retirement plan that maximizes savings potential and minimizes time and money spent maintaining the plan.


Max Contribution Limit for 401k Increased for 2022
January 13, 2022School of Employer Plans
Contribution limits for 401(k)s and other employer sponsored retirement plans will increase in 2022.


New DOL E-Disclosure Rule Aimed at those not “Wired at Work”
October 13, 2020School of Employer Plans
A new e-disclosure safe harbor was published by the DOL in May. Retirement plans now assume e-disclosure distribution for all participants.


CARES Act Update for Employers: Partial Plan Termination
October 1, 2020School of Employer Plans
In our latest CARES Act update, learn about Partial Plan Termination and how it affects companies with vesting schedules.


New Rules on Electronic Disclosures for ERISA Plans
June 17, 2020School of Employer Plans
The DOL published final regulations that updated the electronic distribution of communications requirements for employee benefit plans covered by ERISA.


Fiduciary Responsibilities of the Retirement Planning Committee
February 14, 2020School of Employer Plans
Managing others’ retirement is a responsibility that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Following fiduciary standards protects all parties involved.


How the SECURE Act Changes Retirement Benefit Options
February 10, 2020School of Employer Plans
Congress believes Americans aren’t saving enough for retirement. The recently passed SECURE Act takes aim at several issues impacting the retirement system.