Washington Pulse - 2025 Tax Bill Provides Key Changes for Savers
Congress passed the tax bill known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) on July 3, 2025. This article outlines certain retirement and financial provisions included in the OBBBA.
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Tracking the 2025 Senate Tax Bill: Trump Accounts (a.k.a. child savings plans)
At Ascensus, we have always believed that saving is one of the most powerful tools individuals can use to build financial security. As one of the country’s leading administrators of tax-advantaged savings plans, we serve more than 16 million people who are saving for retirement, education, and disability-related expenses.
Senate Releases Draft of Tax Bill
The Senate Finance Committee released bill text for inclusion in the Senate's version of the budget reconciliation bill on June 17, 2025.
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How Consultants Help Design Sales Incentive Plans that Drive Results
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Four reasons bank-owned life insurance (BOLI) makes sense
Discover how a well-structured BOLI program can help financial institutions offset employee benefit costs, retain top talent, all in a tax-efficient structure.
Are Your Pay Practices Transparent?
Learn how compensation consultants can help your organization build a compensation program that incorporates pay transparency and supports compliance, attracts and retains key talent, and aligns with evolving workplace expectations. Discover how tailored compensation strategies can drive business goals and boost employee satisfaction.
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Ascensus Names Jeri Hawthorne Chief Human Resources Officer
Ascensus announced that career HR executive Jeri Hawthorne has joined the company as its Chief Human Resources Officer. She will report to Ascensus Chair and CEO David Musto and be based at the company’s Dresher, PA, headquarters.
Ascensus Appoints Four New Regional Vice Presidents to National Sales Team
Ascensus announced today the recent appointment of four new regional vice presidents (RVPs) to the Ascensus retirement sales team.
Ascensus Announces New Partnership with Janusea to Revolutionize IRA and HSA Administration
Ascensus announced a new strategic partnership with Janusea to deliver a financial technology solution that streamlines IRA and health savings account (HSA) administration for financial institutions. Janusea’s product creates a direct integration between Ascensus’ technology platform and banks and credit unions, eliminating manual, dual entry of IRA and HSA transactions.
