Author Archives: Sara Ark

The Uncertainty of Retirement

The Society of Actuaries’ Committee on Post Retirement Needs and Risks recently published a set of briefs outlining major decisions in retirement. They are written with the intent of creating thought provoking discussions prior to retirement. I have been surrounded … Continue reading

Another Election? Plan Sponsor Elections in PPA

  Let’s face it; defined benefit plans are complicated to begin with. I personally like to keep the day-to-day administrative tasks as easy as possible for my clients. I am finding that more difficult as we drive into the fourth … Continue reading

Putting a Price Tag on Risk

I struggle when asked what I do for a living. Sometimes I outright fib when asked the question. It’s not because I don’t like what I do, it just sounds technical and boring. Recently, I’ve worked up an explanation of … Continue reading