Hi, Website Visitor. Here are your Articles for January 30, 2008.
Rea & Associates, Inc. Announcements
Where's the Fee?
An increased number of class action suits involving service providers and the investment-related fees charged to 401(k) plans has prompted the Department of Labor to pursue a variety of initiatives focused on fee and expense transparency. There are also various bills currently in the House of Representatives that focus on 401(k) fees. This initiative brings several questions to light.
There is often confusion over what can legitimately be deducted as a charitable contribution. Here are some common situations that may clarify the cash and volunteer charitable deduction rules.
Most fraud is brought to light through tips from employees, vendors, customers and other sources. Your company should develop methods that extend beyond your employee base to encourage reporting of suspicious activity.
We take great care in the preparation of our articles and announcements. We also have a process of reviewing articles when major changes take place. The business, legal and tax climate is constantly changing especially when reviewed on an industry basis.
It may be very important to consult with us or your Investment Advisor before implementing ideas contained in articles and announcements. Many ideas have complexities and nuances that cannot be adequately detailed in the articles or announcements. We are not responsible for errors, misinterpretations or omissions related to these articles or announcements. Nor are we responsible for the applicability to your personal, business or tax situation.
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