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Top 10 Employee Benefits Certifications for Professionals in 2024

HR Lineup

Administered by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP) and Dalhousie University, this program provides a comprehensive education on employee benefits, retirement plans, and health benefits. Key Benefits: Comprehensive coverage of group benefits, retirement plans, and compensation.

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2025 employee benefits trends: What employers need to know

WEX Inc.

From pet insurance to identity theft protection, these benefits allow employees to pick and choose coverage that supports their specific needs, enhancing overall employee satisfaction. Retirement savings With retirement top-of-mind for many, companies are increasing their focus on retirement savings options.

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Annuity Myths and Facts

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An annuity is a contract between an investor and a life insurance company. Annuities are sold by insurance agents, stock brokers, and other financial advisors. No Federal Insurance - There is no federal government insurance for annuities as there is for bank products (FDIC) and investment products (SIPC).

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New HSA, FSA, 401(k) Contribution Levels Set

InterWest Insurance Services

The changes, which the IRS releases in November each year, will affect contribution limits for HSAs, FSAs and 401(k) and other retirement accounts. The maximum contribution levels are readjusted every year to account for inflation, along with maximum retirement plan contribution limits. Retirement plan maximums.

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Can Farmers Ever Afford to Retire?

Money Talk

Benefits are based on a worker’s 35 highest earning years and delayed retirement credits between full retirement age and age 70 increase benefit amounts. Off-Farm Job Employer Benefits - These include a defined benefit pension, an employer retirement savings plan (e.g., health insurance).

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Ten Upsides of Inflation

Money Talk

Not surprisingly, much of the news was negative; e.g., soaring prices for food, gas, utilities, cars, insurance, and more. Increased Savings Contribution Limits - Maximum limits for employer retirement plans (e.g., 401(k)s) and IRAs are pegged to inflation. in June and a still-high 6.5% CPI at year-end.

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Understanding fiduciary liability insurance: Are you protected?

Higginbotham

If you administer an employee benefit plan, you have a fiduciary duty. Fiduciary liability insurance could offer vital protection against lawsuits and financial loss. There are many scenarios in which a lawsuit may occur, such as: Poor investment decisions that harmed retirement funds. What is fiduciary duty?