Topic: Advisor Resources

Is Your BOLI Provider Committed for the Long-Term?

Bank Owned Life Insurance (BOLI) purchases through the first half of 2022 continue to be elevated relative to historical standards, which has been a consistent trend since the second quarter of 2020. As of June 30, 2022, total BOLI owned by all US banks totaled $222.5 billion (1), which is a year-over-year increase of $10.8 billion.

Compensation Trend Insights

The latest analysis of compensation and benefits trends that advisors can use to assist their clients.

BOLI Opportunities and Market Update

Watch Now: In this webinar designed for advisors, Newport's experts discuss opportunities in the bank-owned life insurance (BOLI) market, even after unprecedented 2021 BOLI sales have led to some unique challenges.
 

Terminating and Liquidating a Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation Plan

Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code") requires deferred compensation to be paid under written agreements specifying both the time when payments commence and the form of payment. Section 409A prohibits earlier payment under an "anti-acceleration" rule. 

Clay Kennedy Joins Newport as Regional Director

Newport, a leading provider of retirement plan services, has announced that Clay Kennedy has joined the organization as a Regional Director.

Alternatives to Equity Compensation for Private Company Executives

Many of our clients face challenges attracting, motivating, and retaining top executives. To alleviate those challenges, most public companies have some kind of “equity-based” long-term incentive program (LTIP) in place for top executives. LTIPs reward executives for their contributions to value creation as measured by increases in share price.

Improving BOLI Yields by Optimizing Death Benefits

With persistent low interest rates over the last decade, bank-owned life insurance (BOLI) owners have seen the impact on their cash value yields. While many focus on these bottom line yields, the potential for improving yields through death benefit optimization is often overlooked.  
 

Sneak Peek: Our Latest Compensation, Retirement and Benefits Trends Survey

What are the latest approaches for recruiting, rewarding and retaining talent? And what roles do you play as an advisor? Find out more of the the latest trends in Newport annual Compensation, Retirement and Benefits (CRB) Trends Report.

Hiring an Independent Fiduciary for a 401(k) Plan Company Stock Fund

Common Questions from Plan Sponsors and Plan Committees

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