What is employer-sponsored health insurance?
What is employer-sponsored health insurance? A beginners guide

What is employer-sponsored health insurance?

In today's competitive labor market, employee benefits are more important than ever. According to our 2024 Employee Benefits Survey, 81% of employees consider a …

October 30, 2024 at 9:41 AM 6 min read
HSA vs. FSA: What's the difference?
HSA vs. FSA: What's the difference?

HSA vs. FSA: What's the difference?

Health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are two common savings vehicles that can help you manage your medical costs. Yet, many peop …

October 29, 2024 at 12:15 PM 5 min read
Choosing between a low or high deductible health plan
Choosing between a low- or high-deductible health plan

Choosing between a low or high deductible health plan

Whether you’re an employer shopping for a group plan for your staff or an individual seeking insurance for you and your family, you’ve likely wondered about the …

October 28, 2024 at 9:30 AM 7 min read
What is a 9/80 work schedule?
What is a 9/80 work schedule?

What is a 9/80 work schedule?

Most people are familiar with the traditional nine-to-five, 40-hour workweek. But more modern, flexible work schedules are becoming popular. According to SHRM, …

October 25, 2024 at 11:45 AM 9 min read
IRS decreases employer mandate penalties for 2025
IRS decreases employer mandate penalties for 2025

IRS decreases employer mandate penalties for 2025

For the first time, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is reducing penalties for employers who don’t meet the federal government's requirements for health insur …

October 24, 2024 at 9:30 AM 4 min read
Level-funded vs. self-funded health plans
Level-funded vs. self-funded health plans

Level-funded vs. self-funded health plans

Small employers shopping for a health plan face the critical task of finding a policy that balances cost, coverage, and the well-being of their employees. While …

October 23, 2024 at 2:48 PM 6 min read
Which premiums can a QSEHRA reimburse?
Which premiums can a QSEHRA reimburse?

Which premiums can a QSEHRA reimburse?

As healthcare costs continue to rise, more employers are seeking cost-effective ways to maintain competitive health benefits. Traditional group health policies …

October 23, 2024 at 2:32 PM 6 min read
2025 QSEHRA contribution limits
2025 QSEHRA contribution limits

2025 QSEHRA contribution limits

The qualified small employer health reimbursement arrangement (QSEHRA), also called the small business HRA, comes with maximum annual contribution limits. That …

October 22, 2024 at 10:17 AM 4 min read
What is indirect compensation and why is it important?
What is indirect compensation and why is it important for recruitment and retention?

What is indirect compensation and why is it important?

When it comes to effective employee retention and recruitment, a competitive salary alone may not be enough. Employees want additional benefits and perks. This …

October 22, 2024 at 9:15 AM 6 min read

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