Best Interest
Fiduciaries must act solely in the best interests of the plan participants and beneficiaries, prioritizing their financial well-being.
Prudent Decision Making
Fiduciaries are required to make informed and prudent decisions regarding the management of plan assets, investment choices, and administrative processes.
Diversification
Fiduciaries should ensure that the plan's investments are diversified to minimize the risk of large losses.
Conflicts of Interest
Fiduciaries must avoid conflicts of interest that could compromise their ability to act impartially in the best interests of plan participants.
Document Decisions
Fiduciaries should keep thorough records of their decisions and actions, demonstrating a prudent and documented process in managing the retirement plan.
Investment Monitoring
Regularly monitoring and reviewing the performance of plan investments to ensure they align with the plan's objectives and participant needs.
Compliance
Fiduciaries are responsible for ensuring that the retirement plan complies with applicable laws and regulations, such as the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA).
Fee Management
Fiduciaries should prudently select and monitor service providers and manage plan expenses, including fees, to ensure they are reasonable and necessary.
Participant Education
Providing educational resources to plan participants to help them make informed decisions about their retirement savings.
Periodic Reviews
Conducting periodic reviews (such as annually) of the plan's structure, investment options, and administrative processes to make necessary adjustments.