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Save the Date for the 2013 NIPA Annual Forum & Expo 
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The 2013NAFE provides education, professional development and knowledge-sharing that extends far beyond the four days of learning.
 Experience the energy and excitement of Las Vegas during the 2013 NIPA Annual Forum & Expo. The event takes place April 28-May 1 at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. CONTINUING EDUCATION - NIPA's NAFE is the most cost-effective option for earning 20+ continuing professional education credits, including ethics CPE, for NIPA, ERPA, CFP Board, JBEA and NASBA
- More than 25 education sessions focused on the most pressing issues you face each day, including topics such as:
- Ethics
- Compensation Concerns
- Washington Update
- Participant Fee Disclosure and Your Experiences
- Multiple Employer Plans (MEPs) - Their Nuances and Working with Them
- Business Development Through Social Media
- Get critical legislative updates and powerful information on administrative issues
NETWORKING - Connect with retirement plan professionals from every industry segment who understand your issues
- Direct access to leading industry experts, including the DOL and IRS
- Social events giving you dedicated time to interact with fellow retirement plan professionals
We understand that other housing companies may claim to have a relationship with NIPA and are offering discounted hotel rates. Please be aware, there is only one, official, exclusive housing block for NIPA - The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Please note: The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas does not make phone calls to exhibitors or attendees, encouraging you to book with them.Registration will open at the end of January.
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Upcoming Webcasts
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As an approved ERPA sponsor, NIPA live webcasts are worth two NIPA and two ERPA CPE credits each. Automatic Enrollment - Is There Strength in Numbers?Thursday, January 17, 2013There is new hope that Americans will be better prepared for retirement, thanks to automatic enrollment features offered through employer-sponsored 401(k) plans. How do you, as a consultant, help plan sponsors recognize the success of automatic enrollment features in addressing their plan-related goals? Register Today!SafeHarbor 401(k) Plans - An Advanced LookTuesday, February 19, 2013A safe harbor design offers invaluable benefits to plan sponsors seeking a simple solution to satisfy their 401(k) plans' nondiscrimination requirements. Although the basics may be simple, operating the safe harbor plan may prove difficult if the plan sponsor isn't careful. Register Today! |
Save 50% on NIPA Certificate Courses in January
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A Fresh Start and a Special Offer from NIPA in 2013
The beginning of a new year means you get a fresh start! This is the perfect time to assess your professional goals and take some time for yourself. Completing a NIPA online certificate course is a great way to begin 2013.
NIPA delivers a relevant selection of knowledge-based courses, along with the convenience of online content, a comprehensive exam and the opportunity to earn ERPA CPE credits.
For a limited time, NIPA is offering a 50% discount on any online certificate course! Join NIPA today to take advantage of this members-only benefit.
Visit the NIPA website for course descriptions and CPE information.
If you have additional questions, contact NIPA Headquarters at 800.999.NIPA (6472).
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Brokerage Windows and Retirement Plans
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| By Fred Reish, Partner/Chair, Fiduciary Services, ERISA Team at Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
When the Department of Labor issued Field Assistant Bulletin (FAB) 2012-02, the private sector was "shocked" by the DOL's position on fiduciary responsibilities for brokerage windows in defined contribution plans, such as 401(k) plans. The DOL subsequently partially reversed part of its guidance. However, significant portions of that guidance remain, and it continues to be a DOL position that plan sponsors have fiduciary responsibilities for brokerage windows in retirement plans.
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