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Putting a payroll strategy in place

Employee Benefit News

The right setup for compensation should be a top priority for employers, says an expert from ADP.

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The QSEHRA and HIPAA Privacy Requirements

PeopleKeep

Small employers are increasingly seeking innovative ways to provide their employees with health benefits amid rising health insurance costs. The qualified small employer health reimbursement arrangement (QSEHRA) is a popular solution. These employer-funded plans allow companies to reimburse employees for qualified medical expenses. They provide valuable flexibility and budget control.

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10 industries with the worst salary transparency

Employee Benefit News

The three industries with the lowest salary transparency have an average of 83% of job postings that don't list compensation.

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Your Election Watchlist for Benefits 

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

This election day, you might be heading to the polls or have voted already (I’m looking forward to getting fewer random texts and mailers, that’s for sure!). Regardless of the outcome, the next administration will likely impact many areas, including employee benefits. Here’s […] The post Your Election Watchlist for Benefits appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

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FinFit rounds out its financial offerings with Sunny Day Fund partnership

Employee Benefit News

Combining financial credit and loan access with education and emergency savings gives employees comprehensive access to financial wellness.

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Reproductive healthcare remains top of mind for voters

Employee Benefit News

Kindbody and theSkimm partner up, surveying 2,000 Americans on reproductive healthcare's impact on their politics.

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Why You Need a Total Compensation Report: Unveiling the Hidden Value for Employees – Includes a Free Sample

COMPackage

In today’s talent-driven market, attracting and retaining top performers requires a holistic approach to compensation. Employees increasingly seek a clear understanding of the complete value proposition their employer offers, going beyond just base salary. Total Compensation Reports (TCRs) address this need by providing a transparent breakdown of all compensation elements, empowering employees and fostering a win-win situation for both parties.

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US Election Day is here after a bruising 2024 campaign

Employee Benefit News

Polling suggests the presidential race is as close as any in modern history.

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Special Open Enrollment: A Key Opportunity for Small Businesses Facing Coverage Challenges

CorpStrat

As a small business, you’re likely familiar with the challenges of meeting health insurance contribution and participation requirements. Fortunately, there’s a crucial solution available annually—the Special Open Enrollment (SOE) Window. This period, mandated by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), allows Small Group employers to offer medical coverage to employees without needing to meet the usual contribution or participation thresholds.

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We’re Here to Help! How to Navigate Your Top HR Priorities

Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive

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Anatomy of a Decision: PlanSource Supports Benefits Administration and Employee Experience at a Multinational U.S.-Based Specialty Company

3Sixty Insights

What You Need to Know Varying standards have been established as the world of software solutions develops, particularly for businesses that provide software as a service (SaaS). Some are certification-based and governed by independent organizations, while others originated from state or federal laws. 3Sixty Insights explores one company’s search for benefits administration software that would meet its IT team’s information security requirements.

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Boosting Employee Retention with Strategic Perks: Insights from Abel HR

Abel HR

Employee retention is a critical aspect of business success. High turnover rates can lead to increased costs, disrupted productivity, and a loss of valuable knowledge. At Abel HR, we specialize in maximizing employee benefits and ensuring regulatory compliance, allowing you to focus on growing your business. This blog highlights effective employee perks that can enhance your retention efforts and create a more loyal and engaged workforce. 1.

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Outsourced payroll FAQ - Ciphr

cipHR

If you’re considering outsourcing payroll, or if you’re looking for expert outsourced payroll services — these frequently asked questions can help you confidently decide how, why, and whom to outsource your payroll to

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Government Announces 2025 Employee Benefit Plan Limits

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced the cost-of-living adjustments to the applicable dollar limits for various employer-sponsored retirement and welfare plans for 2025. Most of the dollar limits that are subject to adjustment for cost-of-living increases will increase for 2025. The Social Security Administration released separate adjustment amounts.

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Why (and How) to Switch to a New HR & Payroll Platform

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HR and payroll impact every aspect of your business. Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Before you decide, hear first-hand customer accounts in Paycor’s webinar to learn: The three most important things to look for when switching. How to begin your search. What are some of the red flags?

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Five benefits of an integrated HR and payroll system - Ciphr

cipHR

Discover the biggest benefits of an integrated HR and payroll system, including greater data accuracy, security, and enhanced reporting

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Seasonal employee FAQs: Definitions, regulations and tips

Higginbotham

Seasonal employment can be a lifeline for many businesses during peak times, providing the extra hands needed to handle increased demand. However, seasonal hiring raises questions about employment durations, legal obligations and best practices. Employers need to understand relevant regulations to help prevent legal issues and optimize their seasonal workforce.

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Internal mobility: The key to unlocking employee potential and retention

Business Management Daily

Post-pandemic, there’s been an increased focus on internal mobility in organizations. What’s that? Internal mobility refers to existing employees taking on new roles in the same organization. This includes a lot more than just promotions, too. Employees can move vertically and horizontally in an internal mobility program, meaning they may make lateral moves instead of just vertical ones (e.g., promotions).

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Gen Zers Are Turning Down Jobs but Not Because of a Lack of Interest

HR Digest

Gen Z are finding their ambitions curbed by the rising cost of living and the expenses of taking on new roles. According to a new report in the UK for the Prince’s Trust annual NatWest Youth Index 2024 , one in ten unemployed Gen Zer have turned down jobs due to the expense associated with it. Over half of the surveyed population who were aged between 16 and 25 said they were worried they’ll never be financially secure.

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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Self Love

Florida Workers' Comp

I was honored in October 2024 to present with an exemplary panel of peers at the National Disability and Worker’s Compensation Conference in Las Vegas Nevada. It was an intriguing experience in a couple of perspectives and was most rewarding overall. One intriguing point in the presentation was in the planning. There was no meeting of the five participants (four panelists and a moderator): Stuart Colburn, Hon.

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Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg’s Cost-Cutting Measures and DEI Team Layoffs

HR Digest

From a widespread worker strike, to falling share prices, and some planes that whistleblowers claim could “break apart,” Boeing can’t seem to get back on track. The global diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) department of Boeing has been dissolved. This is part of the revamp happening at the company under Kelly Ortberg, the new CEO of Boeing. (Image Credit: boeing) Boeing U.S.

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When are mid-year election changes permitted for a dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)?

WEX Inc.

When employees make a pre-tax election for benefits offered through a Section 125 cafeteria plan, the employee cannot change that election during the plan year unless they experience an event that qualifies as a permissible election change event under the Section 125 rules. For a dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) , the election change rules are a little more flexible than they are for other cafeteria plan benefits.

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Iowa: Death Benefits Awarded Where Evidence of Suicide Found Insufficient

The Workcomp Writer

The Iowa Court of Appeals recently affirmed a workers’ compensation commissioner’s decision awarding death benefits to a surviving spouse, finding substantial evidence supported the commissioner’s determination that the worker’s fatal prescription drug overdose was accidental rather than intentional [ Linnhaven, Inc. v. Blasdell , 2024 Iowa App. LEXIS 787 (Iowa Ct.

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HR’s Complete 2025 Calendar of Important Dates

HR leaders can use this calendar from Paycor to track important HR and payroll tax dates. The 2025 calendar includes: Tax filing dates Federal reporting deadlines Bank holidays Links to relevant tax forms …and more! Get your 2025 HR calendar today!