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Fundamentals Of Private Pensions
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For more than five decades, Fundamentals of Private Pensions has been the most authoritative text and reference book on retirement plans in the United States. The ninth edition is completely updated and reflects recent developments in retirement plans including the passage of the US Pension Protection Act of 2006 (PPA), the widespread shift toward hybrid and defined contribution plans, and a burgeoning economics and finance research literature on retirement and retirement plans. The volume is organized into eight main sections so the reader may use the volume as a text, a research tool, or a general reference.Section I (Chapter 1) introduces the historical evolution of the pension movement and the underlying forces that shaped its progress. Section II (Chapters 2 and 3) explains how employerprovided pensions fit into the patchwork of the U.S. retirement income security system, especially Social Security. The section also includes a discussion of the economics of tax incentives and their effect on retirement plan offerings and the structure of the benefits provided. Section III (Chapters 4 through 9) lays out the economic role of retirement planstheir design, workforce incentives, plan finances, production of adequate retirement income, possibilities for phased retirement, and the risk of outliving pension assets. Section IV (Chapters 10 through 13) examines the various forms of defined benefit and defined contribution plans, including hybrid plans, in terms of their structure, requirements, and operations. Section V (Chapters 14 through 20) lays out the regulatory environment in which plans operate; this extensive material has been especially updated to reflect PPA, and the reams of associated guidance and implementing regulations. Section VI (Chapters 21 through 25) explores the funding and accounting rules under which private defined benefit plans operate; this section also reflects the new PPA rules. The penultimate section (Chapters 26 through 28) includes a complete revamping of chapters on risk management and investments applicable to retirement plans. The section describes modern portfolio theory and its broad implications for retirement investing, and in two separate chapters, specific implications for defined benefit and defined contribution plans. The final section (Chapter 29) concludes the text with a discussion of the future of retirement plans in the United States and around the worlda particularly timely subject in light of the extreme financial volatility experienced in 2008 and the pending retirement of the baby boom generation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Fundamentals of Private Pensions'? A: 'Fundamentals of Private Pensions' primarily focuses on the evolution, structure, and regulatory environment of retirement plans in the United States, making it a comprehensive resource for understanding private pensions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by the Pension Research Council, which is known for its expertise in retirement planning and pension research.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains a total of 818 pages, providing extensive coverage of private pension topics.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both students and professionals? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both students and professionals, as it can be used as a textbook, a research tool, or a general reference.
- Q: What edition is 'Fundamentals of Private Pensions'? A: This is the ninth edition of 'Fundamentals of Private Pensions', which has been thoroughly updated to include recent developments in retirement planning.
- Q: When was the latest edition published? A: The latest edition was published on February 9, 2010.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book covers various topics including the historical evolution of pensions, the economic role of retirement plans, types of defined benefit and defined contribution plans, regulatory environments, and future trends in retirement plans.
- Q: Does this book address recent legislation affecting retirement plans? A: Yes, it specifically addresses the US Pension Protection Act of 2006 and its implications for retirement plans.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which enhances its durability and makes it suitable for long-term use.
- Q: Is this book currently in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as new, ensuring that you receive a quality product.