The FTC’s rule banning most covenants not to compete (widely known as “noncompetes”) nationwide is likely dead. Noncompetes are agreements between employees and employers in which the employee promises not to “compete” with the employer—e.g., take a job with a competitor or start a competing business—– for a specific period of time and/or within […]
The FSA spending deadline. You posted reminders, sent emails, shared stories and links. Nonetheless, odds are good that many employees did not spend all of their 2024 FSA funds. In fact, the average employee leaves $441 in unused FSA funds on the table—all because they missed the spending deadline. However, if your organization offers an FSA deadline […]
It’s no secret that many Americans aren’t saving enough for retirement. The SECURE 2.0 Act, signed into law at the end of 2022, aims to make it easier for workers to save for retirement and for employers to establish new retirement plans. Building on the original SECURE Act from 2019, SECURE 2.0 introduces changes to simplify rules for […]
Employee stipends have emerged as a solid solution for companies that want to design flexible, competitive benefits programs. Personalization is key to designing strong benefits that employees engage with, and stipends offer the ultimate level of flexibility and customization. In this guide, we collected a list of stipend ideas to inspire you, along with tips […]
Forward-thinking employers are already looking at emerging benefit trends as they shape their strategies to thrive in 2025. Are you prepared to support them? Get in the know about these 5 workplace priorities: Managing Benefit Expenses with Cost-Sharing Tailoring Health Benefits for Key Employees Attracting + Retaining Talent in a Competitive Market Prioritizing Employee Well-Being […]
Caregiving takes a toll on people’s time, finances and health. The more support and resources available to them, the better they can provide what their loved ones need and take care of themselves as well. Approximately three quarters of employees fall into the caregiver category, and understanding their needs is crucial to the retention and productivity of this population. […]
The year has just kicked off, and anxieties around the cost of living are already high — the spread of bird flu has already sent beef and egg prices up, and the possibility of the Trump administration imposing tariffs on Mexican, Canadian and Chinese goods spells economic trouble for employers and Americans alike. And given the state […]
The LA fires have ravaged the Southern California community, displacing nearly 180,000 people and destroying 10,000 structures across the city. Five fires are still actively burning in the area. The fires are the most devastating in LA’s history, and as of Friday, the largest fire sweeping through the Palisades was just 6% contained. While the […]
In an era where healthcare costs are spiraling out of control, the financial burden of major medical insurance has become a daunting challenge for both individuals and employers. The escalating costs of health insurance premiums are forcing many employees to make the difficult decision of going without any form of health coverage, exposing them to […]
The landscape of healthcare coverage is evolving, and one noticeable trend is the increasing number of employees opting out of major medical plans due to the soaring cost of premiums. This shift is a reflection of the challenges employees face when balancing healthcare needs and financial realities. In this blog post, we delve into the […]
