Health Insurance
IFEBP Report: Employers Project 8% Increase Health Care Costs in 2025
According to a recent survey of employers by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP), U.S. employers estimate a median 8% increase in health care costs for 2025. This News Brief explains further.
White House Unveils Plan to Ease Medical Debt Burden
The Biden-Harris Administration recently announced new steps intended to protect consumers and reduce the burden of medical debt on Americans. According to the White House, one-third of American adults currently have medical debt—the largest source of debt in collections.
Combating computer eye-strain in the workplace
We stare at the computer for hours on end, it’s no surprise that our eyes are suffering. Work-place eyestrain isn't talked about until it becomes an issue - when it’s hurting productivity. How can you continue to do work when the machine that allows you to do so hurts your eyes?
How to help your employees get the most of their mental health benefits
The world is becoming more aware of the importance and prevalence of issues with mental health, but that alone does not mean mental health struggles have decreased...
Should I get travel insurance?
On your to-do list before you depart on your adventure, ‘get travel insurance’ is probably low or not on the list at all. Unfortunately, travel insurance is usually something most of us don’t think of until it’s too late...
Benefits of Digital Onboarding
There are many different human resource information systems (HRIS) available. To find the one that fits your needs first start by identifying what your company’s top priorities and goals are. Here are three ways that we see digital onboarding working for your small business...
Drug Transparency in Oregon?
Recently we have seen several articles with the Drug Price Transparency Bill (OR House Bill 4005) that passed the Oregon Senate and is now headed to the Governor. The bill requires drug manufacturers to report marketing and research costs to the Department of Consumer and Business Services for...
What Small Businesses Should Know About Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs)
Small businesses can again offer stand-alone HRAs (Health Reimbursement Arrangements) to their employees, thanks to the Small Business Healthcare Relief Act (SBHRA).
What You Need to Know About Purchasing Health Insurance in the Marketplace: 4 Steps for Success
If your employer doesn’t offer healthcare plans, or you aren’t eligible for one, the Healthcare Marketplace is your next step. When faced with choosing the right plan, the choices may seem overwhelming. Here are 4 steps for success when purchasing your health insurance. From using Open Enrollment...
3 Ways to Document 1099 Freelance Employees
Freelance employees offer your company a number of unique benefits, including the ability to complete small, specific projects with more agility than your full-time employees, without needing to pay for full-time employee benefits.If your business is considering hiring freelance employees...
