253 - The Hidden Dangers Lurking in Your 401(k) Plan with Alex Langan

Alex Langan blends law and finance to protect employees from the hidden traps inside their company retirement plans. As founder of Langan Financial Group and a practicing attorney, Alex has seen the worst—plans charging over 4% in fees with little to no service. In this episode, he explains how poor plan design and ignorance—not malice—often sabotage employee retirements. True leadership, he argues, means protecting your team from this kind of financial abuse.

Drawing from his upcoming book 401(k) Exposed, Alex reveals the legal shifts making it easier than ever to sue employers who fail their fiduciary duty. He outlines how proactive leadership can head off lawsuits and improve employee outcomes. His “fee forensics” process shows leaders how to detect hidden charges, ask the right questions, and demand transparency.

Alex isn’t just warning employers—he’s giving them a blueprint for doing better. Because leaders don’t just offer benefits. They protect them.

Want to learn more about Alex Langan's work? Check out his website at https://langanfinancialgroup.com.

Connect with Alex Langan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-langan-26017b40.

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