Chicago has been stalling on pension contributions for many years, a problem fueled in part by the economic downturn, and no viable solutions seem anywhere near.

Investment performance and fees typically get the most attention when plan sponsors try to compare one 401(k) against another. But is that the best approach?

The Safe Harbor enables small-business owners and any highly compensated employees to make the maximum contributions either tax-deferred or after tax regardless of income.

Women fall behind men in planning for retirement for lots of reasons, but what can advisors do to help?

The change was a godsend to companies experiencing cash flow issues, but Fitch Ratings, among others, doesn't think it's the best way to go.

Aon Hewitts latest retiree health care survey revealed that more than 60 percent of employers are reassessing their long-term retiree health strategies because of Obamacare.

With the potential for further increases in interest rates, 401k plan advisors keep a close eye on bonds and bond funds.

With trillions of dollars at stake nationwide, a dispute is raging over how best to calculate pension values, leaving school districts, municipalities, states and public employee groups to wonder whether they're at risk.