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John Mateyko, APMA®, WMCP™, RICP® on What Employers Should Know about 401(k) Matching

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  In the modern workplace, flashy perks like catered lunches or casual dress codes may attract attention—but when it comes to what really matters, retirement benefits remain a top priority for employees . According to a 2019 survey, 68% of workers said retirement benefits influenced their decision to accept a job , and 62% reported these benefits would impact their decision to stay . Additionally, a strong employer 401(k) match is seen as a cornerstone of retirement security by a majority of employees. If your company doesn’t yet offer a match, it may be time to reconsider. Below is a breakdown of how 401(k) matching works and the strategic advantages it offers your business. What is 401(k) Matching and How Does It Work? A 401(k) plan allows employees to contribute a portion of their income into a retirement savings account—often on a pre-tax basis. A matching contribution is when the employer contributes to that same account based on how much the employee contributes. Common ma...

Navigating Wealth with John Mateyko: A Journey in Fiduciary Financial Planning

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With over 20 years of experience in financial planning and investment , John Mateyko has built a distinguished career marked by expertise, growth, and community impact. Now based in the unique and eco-conscious community of Serenbe, Georgia, Mateyko’s professional path reflects a blend of business acumen and personal enrichment. A 1998 graduate of Augustana College, where he studied business and philosophy, Mateyko began his financial career in 1999 at Dean Witter in New York City. This early experience laid a strong foundation, leading to roles at prominent institutions including Atlas Securities, US Bancorp, Chase, and Fifth Third Securities. At each stop, his ability to build client relationships, manage sizable portfolios, and drive profitability earned him top-performer status. In 2010, Mateyko took a bold entrepreneurial step by founding IDEX Financial in the Zurich Towers of Schaumburg, Illinois. Under his leadership, the firm expanded its reach in 2018 with the acquisition ...

John Mateyko lives creatively with passion purpose and adventure

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  John Mateyko lives in the beautiful and peaceful community of Serenbe in Georgia a place known for its artistic charm and natural beauty and even featured on the Today Show. His life is a vibrant mix of creativity community and adventure. John’s three favorite hobbies are collecting watches taking photos and enjoying the outdoors. He has a deep love for watches that are simple functional and timeless. His collection includes tough Casio G-Shocks and beautifully crafted Seikos and Grand Seikos. For John the beauty is in practicality not flash. He often says the more boring the better showing his love for understated design and everyday reliability. As a passionate community builder John founded the Serenbe Athletic Association in 2021. He serves as both the Commissioner and game announcer for fun and inclusive leagues of Softball and Kickball. He’s also active in local theater helping raise over 450000 dollars for Terra Academy through shows at Center Stage at Serenbe. Some of ...