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May 2021 was a somewhat busy month in the benefits industry. The absence of a significant of amount of agency guidance during the summer months is to be expected. However, the IRS finally issued guidance on the temporary 100% COBRA subsidy mandated...

March 2021 was an eventful month with regard to new guidance on recently passed legislation and expanded provisions from the IRS to provide relief to individuals and businesses impacted by the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. ...

On January 15, 2020, a new rule on calculating the “regular rate” of pay will take effect. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) updated the FLSA definition of the regular rate of pay, modernizing regulations for employers. Read the following article to learn more....

Are you offering education benefits in your benefits package? A recent survey revealed that employees pursue higher education and training in efforts to keep up with or get ahead of any changes in their specific position. Continue reading this post for more on retaining top...

Sixty-three percent of millennials would struggle to cover an unexpected expense of $500, and only six percent of millennials feel like they make enough to cover their basic needs, according to the Economic Innovation Group. Many employers are now tailoring their job postings, descriptions and...

Top 3 Funding Methods to Combat Healthcare Costs There are many options in the marketplace for employers when it comes to selecting a healthcare model. While it’s important to evaluate the best fit for your employees, there are a few methods that are above the rest, explained Bill Shimp, a...

The Journal of Sleep Research recently reported that approximately 45 percent of the world's population has chronic sleep issues. Because of this and employers’ growing interest in employees’ emotional and physical well-being, employers are beginning to offer specialized benefits that focus on sleep. Read this...

American families currently carry more than $1.6 trillion in student loan debt. Because of this, some employers are adding student loan repayment benefits to their benefits package. Continue reading for five reasons why employers should offer student loan repayment benefits. ...