Recently I've come across numerous situations that really tick me off. When I set out to help change the School Employees 403(b)/457(b) world I knew it would take a long time, real change doesn't happen overnight. Don't get me wrong, we've made a lot of progress, but sometimes it feels like employers are taking one step forward and two steps back. What has recently set me off are insurance agents that masquerade as "Consultants" for 403(b) and 457(b) programs. In most cases the insurance agent has convinced the employer that they are knowledgable and will act as a fiduciary - but in the end they are usually looking for a payday. This is of course my experience and my opinion (If you didn't already know, my first amendment right to criticize has been severely curtailed).
Spotting a Fake Fiduciary
Spotting a Fake Fiduciary
Spotting a Fake Fiduciary
Recently I've come across numerous situations that really tick me off. When I set out to help change the School Employees 403(b)/457(b) world I knew it would take a long time, real change doesn't happen overnight. Don't get me wrong, we've made a lot of progress, but sometimes it feels like employers are taking one step forward and two steps back. What has recently set me off are insurance agents that masquerade as "Consultants" for 403(b) and 457(b) programs. In most cases the insurance agent has convinced the employer that they are knowledgable and will act as a fiduciary - but in the end they are usually looking for a payday. This is of course my experience and my opinion (If you didn't already know, my first amendment right to criticize has been severely curtailed).