ARLINGTON, Va.— RTD Financial has been named to the National Association of Plan Advisors’ (NAPA) list of the nation’s top defined contribution (DC) Advisor Teams with assets under advisement of at least $100 million. Unlike other lists, this focuses on individual firms, or what may, in a wirehouse environment, be referred to as a team, […]
In our increasingly digital world, we must continually prepare for the threat of cyberattacks and hacking incidents. RTD has and will continue to send our resources and tips to stay secure online and protect your digital footprint; however, these tips simply help to mitigate the risk and cannot completely eliminate it. It can be stressful […]
Mind the Gap The phrase “Mind the Gap” was first introduced in 1968 on the London Underground in the United Kingdom. It is an audible or visual warning phrase issued to rail passengers to take caution while crossing the spatial gap between the train doorway and the station platform edge. The warning is meant to […]
As you may know, the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act 2.0 or “SECURE Act 2.0” was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden on December 29, 2022. This law builds on the original SECURE Act that was passed and signed into law back on December 20, 2019. The legislation […]
During a year of market volatility, increased inflation, and fear of recession, automatic enrollment 401(k) and 403(b) plans continue to get participants on track to save for retirement. John Iekel, a Senior Writer with the American Retirement Association, summarized findings from the T.Rowe Price 2023 Reference Point Annual Benchmarking Report. He reports that in 2022, […]
The income-related monthly adjustment amount, or IRMAA, is a surcharge that high-income earners may pay in addition to their Medicare Part B and Part D premiums. Individuals interested in appealing their IRMAA must submit the appeal via a form and the overall process can seem daunting, but we have helped many clients through it with […]
March is Women’s History Month, a month set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history. As we celebrate this month and throughout the year, we invite you to join us as we recognize and learn more about the women who are shaping our firm and our industry. Christina Alvarez, FPQP™ Director of Client Services […]
While 2022 was a challenging year, particularly from an economic and financial markets perspective, we remain confident that better days are ahead. Staying disciplined and patient has always proven to be the best course of action during uncertain times. This letter, however, is not about the markets or the economy or inflation for that matter. […]