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FF5 #52 - Is the IPS a "Plan Document?"

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In this episode of Friday Fiduciary Five, Eric talks about the importance of the Investment Policy Statement (IPS) as a plan document under ERISA. He references Interpretive Bulletin 2016-1, which clarifies that the IPS is a written guideline for fiduciaries, essential for maintaining plan investments. Eric emphasizes that drafting an IPS is a fiduciary act and must be adhered to unless it would be imprudent to do so. He cites a quick example of when that may not be prudent or appropriate in the case of a well-funded pension plan preparing to terminate which may want to have all assets in cash or other instruments for preservation of capital.. He advises against NOt having as IPS, as it provides a roadmap for fiduciaries, ensuring compliance with ERISA and maintaining prudence and loyalty in investment decisions.

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The information contained herein is general in nature and is provided solely for educational and informational purposes.

It is not intended to provide a specific recommendation of any type of product or service discussed in this presentation or to provide any warranties, financial advice or legal advice.

The specific facts and circumstances of all qualified plans can vary and the information contained in this podcast may or may not apply to your individual circumstances or to your plan or client plan specific circumstances.

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In this episode of Friday Fiduciary Five, Eric talks about the importance of the Investment Policy Statement (IPS) as a plan document under ERISA. He references Interpretive Bulletin 2016-1, which clarifies that the IPS is a written guideline for fiduciaries, essential for maintaining plan investments. Eric emphasizes that drafting an IPS is a fiduciary act and must be adhered to unless it would be imprudent to do so. He cites a quick example of when that may not be prudent or appropriate in the case of a well-funded pension plan preparing to terminate which may want to have all assets in cash or other instruments for preservation of capital.. He advises against NOt having as IPS, as it provides a roadmap for fiduciaries, ensuring compliance with ERISA and maintaining prudence and loyalty in investment decisions.

Connect with Eric Dyson:

Website: https://90northllc.com/

Phone: 940-248-4800

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/401kguy/

The information contained herein is general in nature and is provided solely for educational and informational purposes.

It is not intended to provide a specific recommendation of any type of product or service discussed in this presentation or to provide any warranties, financial advice or legal advice.

The specific facts and circumstances of all qualified plans can vary and the information contained in this podcast may or may not apply to your individual circumstances or to your plan or client plan specific circumstances.

  continue reading

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