Secure the Future – Marc Fowler, QKS Breaks Down Secure Act 2.0

Navigating Secure Act 2.0 with Marc Fowler

Episode 68 of the It's About Your Paycheck! podcast, hosted by WRKdefined, titled "Secure the Future – Marc Fowler, QKS Breaks Down Secure Act 2.0" was published on May 21, 2025 and runs 54 minutes.

May 21, 2025 ·54m · It's About Your Paycheck!

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Summary

In this episode of It’s About Your Paycheck, we’re joined by retirement and compliance expert Marc Fowler to unpack the key provisions of Secure Act 2.0. From automatic enrollment to Roth catch-up contributions and the impact on payroll systems, Marc shares what employers and employees need to know to stay ahead of the changes. Whether you’re in HR, payroll, or planning for retirement, this episode has insights you won’t want to miss. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:27 Personal Updates and Financial Fitness 03:19 News and Statistics on 401k Participation 05:45 Introducing the Guest: Mark Fowler 07:44 Discussion on Secure Act 2.0 and 401k 12:23 Mark Fowler's Background and Career Path 14:55 Financial Security and Emergency Withdrawals 25:36 Exploring Loan Options and Tax Implications 27:14 Understanding 401k Plan Provisions 29:17 Emergency Withdrawals and Penalties 33:11 Advocating for Better 401k Features 34:37 Employer Benefits and Financial Wellness 37:13 Administrative Burdens of Secure 2.0 39:30 Employee Challenges with 401k Plans 42:02 Final Advice and Personal Reflections 48:21 Resources and Closing Remarks Links & Resources humaninterest.com - Find Marc here! itsaboutyourpaycheck.com Brian's New Updates - https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/10/politics/federal-employee-pension-benefits-republicans Walt's News Updates - In 2025, about 57% of US workers have access to 401(k) plans, with 84.9% of those participating in them. However, a significant portion (43.5%) of workers do not participate in 401(k) plans, and nearly half (49.9%) do not receive employer matching contributions. Marc Fowler's Insight: “Employers are recognizing that financial stress is a productivity issue. Secure Act 2.0 gives companies tools to support financial well-being in real, practical ways.”

Episode Description

In this episode of It’s About Your Paycheck, we’re joined by retirement and compliance expert Marc Fowler to unpack the key provisions of Secure Act 2.0. From automatic enrollment to Roth catch-up contributions and the impact on payroll systems, Marc shares what employers and employees need to know to stay ahead of the changes. Whether you’re in HR, payroll, or planning for retirement, this episode has insights you won’t want to miss. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:27 Personal Updates and Financial Fitness 03:19 News and Statistics on 401k Participation 05:45 Introducing the Guest: Mark Fowler 07:44 Discussion on Secure Act 2.0 and 401k 12:23 Mark Fowler's Background and Career Path 14:55 Financial Security and Emergency Withdrawals 25:36 Exploring Loan Options and Tax Implications 27:14 Understanding 401k Plan Provisions 29:17 Emergency Withdrawals and Penalties 33:11 Advocating for Better 401k Features 34:37 Employer Benefits and Financial Wellness 37:13 Administrative Burdens of Secure 2.0 39:30 Employee Challenges with 401k Plans 42:02 Final Advice and Personal Reflections 48:21 Resources and Closing Remarks Links & Resources humaninterest.com - Find Marc here! itsaboutyourpaycheck.com Brian's New Updates - https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/10/politics/federal-employee-pension-benefits-republicans Walt's News Updates - In 2025, about 57% of US workers have access to 401(k) plans, with 84.9% of those participating in them. However, a significant portion (43.5%) of workers do not participate in 401(k) plans, and nearly half (49.9%) do not receive employer matching contributions. Marc Fowler's Insight: “Employers are recognizing that financial stress is a productivity issue. Secure Act 2.0 gives companies tools to support financial well-being in real, practical ways.”

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