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2012NAFE: Register Your Staff and Save
Register Your Staff with NIPA's Employer Discount Program and Maximize Savings
Make plans to attend the 2012 NIPA Annual Forum & Expo (2012NAFE) taking place April 29-May 2 at our new location, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas with your staff to gain enriching, need-to-know industry knowledge and education to provide enhanced support to your company.
You will maximize your company's investment and experience with NIPA's Employer Discount Program. At no other event will you encounter this caliber of industry experts, leaders and retirement plan professionals and discover innovative solutions to help strengthen your business than the 2012NAFE.
Pricing is as follows:
- $800 for the 1st registered employee
- $750 for each additional employee
To receive this discount, two or more employees from the same firm must register at the same time and pay together in one check or credit card payment.
Earn up to 21 CE credits at the 2012NAFE
Attend all four days of the 2012NAFE and earn up to 21 CE credits from NIPA, CFP Board, JBEA, NASBA and ERPA.
Accommodations at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Contact The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas directly at 855.435.0005 for reservations and information regarding the hotel or book online here. Mention group code SNIPA2 for phone reservations to receive the special rate of $140 per night.
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Enroll in NIPA's APA/APR and Gain a Competitive Advantage
Registration for NIPA's Accredited Pension Administrator (APA) and Accredited Pension Representative (APR) designations is now available. Enroll by April 30 to complete your exams during the May testing window. Earning one of NIPA's designations is definitely worth the investment of time and money. Not only will it give you a sense of personal accomplishment, but it will demonstrate your professional competency and commitment to the industry. You'll stand out from your peers, plus, you'll earn continuing education credits from NIPA, ERPA and the CFP Board upon completion.
NIPA makes earning your designation convenient and flexible APA/APR designation exams are administered online, making it easier and more convenient to schedule and complete your APA/APR exams. Plus, both the APA/APR Course 1 and the APA Course 3 are open-book and may be taken from home or work!
Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your personal and professional value. Enroll in these designation programs and get instant return on your investment.
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A Gift from NIPA: $99 Live Webcast
To show our appreciation for your ongoing loyalty and support of the NIPA community, we hope you will take advantage of your member-only gift for March.
The March gift allows NIPA members to attend the March 28 live Webcast, Form 5500/8955-SSA Update, for the special price of $99! That's a savings of more than $75 off the regular member rate.
This webcast also provides the opportunity to earn two NIPA and two ERPA continuing education credits. At the conclusion of the webcast, you will receive an email with a link to the quiz. Be sure to complete the quiz by April 30 to receive your continuing education credits.
Each additional nonmember within the office of members who register is able to attend the live webcast at $50 each.
To register, click here and remember to login as a member. If you have any questions, please contact NIPA Headquarters at nipa@nipa.org or 800.999.NIPA (6472).
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Grow Your Business with Professional Development for Financial Advisers:
The 401(k) Sales Champion Workshop
NIPA is pleased to expand its TPA Business Owner Resources by offering exclusive access to the 401(k) Sales Champion Workshopİ, an online, 401(k) sales and service training program that will allow your company to grow referrals and improve client services by providing financial advisers with valuable professional development.
By partnering with a local NIPA TPA, financial advisers also gain access to a tremendous resource for retirement plan technical expertise. This exclusive program is only available through NIPA! Don't wait - only a limited number of licenses are available!
To learn more about this exclusive program, only available from NIPA, click here.
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Finally the Final...408(b)(2) RegulationBy Fred Reish, Partner/Chair, Fiduciary Services ERISA Team at Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
This article is one in a series of articles on interesting issues presented under the 408(b)(2) regulation and its disclosure requirements.The DOL issued the final 408(b)(2) regulation in February. Key points are:
- The extension of the effective date to July 1, 2012
- The fact that service providers are not required to provide a summary of the disclosures, though the DOL provided a sample "guide" that is not mandatory
- The addition of a requirement to describe the arrangement between a covered service provider and the payer of indirect compensation
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Experience NIPA for Free!
Spend a few minutes sharing the benefits of NIPA with a colleague, and invite them to join for 90 days for free with promo code TRIALMEMBER.
Click here for more information about NIPA's 90-day trial membership!
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