Benefits
Navigate the world of benefits, including medical insurance, retirement planning, and paid leave
Should Childcare Stipends Become Part of an Employee Benefits Package?
In an effort to support and retain their working parent employees, many companies are offering childcare subsidies. Are they right for your organization?
How to Choose the Best Vision Insurance for Employee Benefits
Find out why offering vision benefits to your employees could be smart and what to consider when choosing the right plan for your organization.
Is Your Employee Retention Program Working?
Organizations can significantly improve the chances of retaining employees by implementing these strategies to boost job satisfaction.
Latest articles
5 Pros of Offering Adoption Assistance to Employees
Adoptive families have the same parental needs as other employees. Here, we explain at least 5 ways adoption assistance helps employers retain talent and raise profits.
Providing Transportation Stipends for Employees During Unprecedented Inflation
Businesses and their employees are feeling the effects of inflation. Is yours one of the many organizations considering travel stipends to attract and retain top talent to combat this?
Amazon Loses Bid to End Worker Lawsuit Over Work-from-Home Expenses
Some employers are adopting reimbursement policies as a worker benefit. Others must do so because of the laws in their jurisdiction. Do you know where your company fits on the spectrum?
The Future of the Tech Industry: Practices and Culture
The tech industry saw a significant economic shift in 2022. What does that mean for possible trends in 2023 for your business? Find out here.
Can an Employer Ask for Proof of a Family Emergency?
Employers can ask for proof of a family emergency, but they can’t ask for medical documentation or other sensitive information.
The Definitive List of City and State Sick Leave Laws
Currently, 22 states and the District of Columbia offer paid sick leave. Is yours one of them?
Follow This Employee Handbook Checklist for 2023
Use this checklist to help you to find the best ways to revamp your company’s employee handbook for the new year.
HR in 2023: Trends to Watch For
Read about upcoming forecasted trends and innovations in human resources for the year ahead.
Does Your Employee Benefits Package Need an Overhaul in 2023?
Companies must implement innovative strategies to give their current benefits packages a major overhaul to stay competitive in 2023.
Suicide Prevention and Other Mental Health Topics HR Needs to Address
Businesses should be able to recognize when their employees are at risk for suicide. Everyone should have valid access to help from within the workplace. We discuss how in this article.
Spotlight
ACA Affordability Percentage and Calculations for 2020
For plan years starting in 2020, the affordability percentage is 9.78%
2021 Healthcare FSA Contribution Limit
The CARES and CAA Acts defined new qualifying events that allow employees to amend their benefits selection and carry over unused 2020 funds into 2021 and 2022.
by
Dan
Marzullo
The Paid Holidays Most Small Businesses Will Give Their Employees in 2020
We've listed the top paid holidays private sector employees give their employees, plus how common it is to offer additional days off
by
Nicole
Roder
How Much Does Small Business Health Insurance Cost?
What does small business health insurance cost employers and employees? Health benefits can be complex, so we'll break it down by recent numbers.
What to Know About Open Enrollment 2021
Open enrollment begins on November 1, 2020 in most states. Have you started preparing?
by
Dan
Marzullo
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Coronavirus Checklist
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Small Business Guide to Health Insurance
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Ultimate Guide to Workplace Wellness Programs
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