Compound interest has been dubbed the "eighth wonder of the world." Benjamin Franklin held a similar fascination with compound interest, using it to create endowments for the cities of Boston and Philadelphia that are still paying out. What is it about compound interest that drew the attention of these geniuses, and what separates it from other forms of interest?

Thirty percent of adults in the U.S. report having received a student loan to further their education. According to the Federal Reserve, the median student loan debt for those with outstanding balances in 2023 ranged between $20,000 and $25,000. To help ease this financial burden, employers are increasingly offering a match toward student loan repayments as an employee benefit to help alleviate the financial strain.

The average person is likely unfamiliar with the term “TDF” however it is the most utilized and fastest-growing investment option in an employer-sponsored retirement plan. As a plan participant, it is essential to know what you are investing in. Follow along below to educate yourself about your retirement investments.

According to the results of a 2024 American Psychiatric Association mental health poll, 43% of adults reported higher subjective feelings of anxiety than they did the previous year. According to ComPsych, the world’s largest provider of employee assistance programs, anxiety is the No. 1 presenting issue of employees seeking counseling, exceeding self-referrals for depression, stress, relationship issues, family issues, addiction and grief. The direct consequences of untreated anxiety impact both employees and employers alike.

In late June, the IRS issued a notice providing critical guidance on early withdrawal penalty exemptions under the SECURE 2.0 Act. The law includes significant provisions for individuals experiencing domestic violence, an issue that has affected millions across the U.S.