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Fiduciary Foundations: Q3 2026 Plan Sponsor Newsletter

Fiduciary Foundations: Q3 2026 Plan Sponsor Newsletter

| September 28, 2026

Fiduciary Foundations

Refocus. Strengthen governance. Elevate decision-making. As plan sponsors head into the back half of the year, committees are reviewing plan performance, vendor relationships, and long-term strategies.

It’s a pivotal moment to reinforce fiduciary governance, sharpen committee effectiveness, and prepare for year-end responsibilities.

Fiduciary Excellence Comes Depends on 3 Things

Fiduciary success depends on 3 things: who, what, and how. Fiduciary success is not about being perfect; it is about having a clear process.

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5 ERISA Fiduciary Duties Made Simple

Regulatory definitions evolve, but expectations around fiduciary behavior have remained consistent over time. Let’s look at what they are and how they show up within your retirement plan.

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3 Ways to Strengthen Your Fiduciary Process

A strong 401(k) plan is not only about investments. It is also about the process behind the decisions, and how consistently that process is followed over time.

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Independent Retirement Partners

290 Elwood Davis Road, Suite 220

Liverpool, NY 13088

(315) 431-2888

www.irpny.com

Matthew C. Monroe, AIF®, CRPS®

Managing Partner

mmonroe@irpny.com

Securities offered through LPL Financial member FINRA and SIPC.  Investment Advisory services offered through Good Life Advisors, a Registered Investment Advisor. Good Life Advisors and Independent Retirement Partners, LLC are not owned or controlled by LPL Financial.  Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist conferred by the College for Financial Planning.

This information was developed as a general guide to educate plan sponsors and is not intended as authoritative guidance or tax/legal advice. Each plan has unique requirements, and you should consult your attorney or tax advisor for guidance on your specific situation.

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