DB&Z NEWS
SECURE Act 2.0
On December 29, 2022, President Biden signed into law the Secure Act 2.0, which contained more than 70 provisions impacting retirement plans.
DBZ becomes the newest member firm of The Cerrado Group
DBZ is excited to be the newest member firm of The Cerrado Group! We remain committed to being independent and believe this association with like-minded firms will enhance our capabilities.
Employee Stock Ownership Plans Are More Common Than Ever
As of 2018, the National Center for Employee Ownership estimates that there are almost 7,000 employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) covering more than 14 million employees.
The NCEO also estimates that employees now control roughly 8% of corporate equity through ESOPs, stock bonus plans, and profit sharing plans.
Utilizing an Independent TPA Over a Bundled Service: Why It’s the Right Choice for Your Company
When choosing how to manage a 401(k) plan, the employer has two primary choices: bundled plan management services, or they can choose to utilize services from an independent Third-Party Administrator (TPA).
Fraud Attempts Targeting Participant Distributions: How You Can Protect Your Plan
Fraudulent distribution request from participant 401(k) accounts is a fast growing trend in identity theft.
Dunbar, Bender, and Zapf Brings 3(16) Fiduciary Services to Business Owners
Dunbar, Bender & Zapf, Inc. (DBZ), the largest regional retirement plan consulting and actuarial firm in the Pittsburgh area, announced that they are now offering 3(16) Fiduciary Services to assist clients with the day to day responsibilities of their retirement plan operations.