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21 Financial Events and Trends During 2021

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Insurance- COBRA premium assistance for health insurance was provided under the American Rescue Plan Act and Medicaid enrollment surpassed 80 million. There were also large premium increases nationwide for homeowners and flood insurance. The final moratorium ended on 8/26/21 with a Supreme Court ruling.

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How HSAs can transform retirement planning and your common questions

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Fortunately, there’s an often overlooked way to help employees build wealth and prepare for retirement. And it’s a solution you might already be offering: the health savings account. Why HSAs for retirement planning? Click below to get your free HSA retirement white paper. The missing retirement solution?

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Can Farmers Ever Afford to Retire?

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Off-Farm Job Employer Benefits - These include a defined benefit pension, an employer retirement savings plan (e.g., 401(k), 403(b), 457 plan, and thrift savings plan), and other employer benefits (e.g., health insurance). barn, silo, riding arena), farm equipment (e.g.,

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Financial Planning Tips for Older Women

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Retirement Spending - Expenses likely to increase in later life include medical/dental expenses, health insurance premiums (e.g., Sources of Retirement Income - Income sources include Social Security, employer defined-benefit pensions or defined-contribution retirement plans (e.g.,

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Financial Planning Tips for Self-Employed Older Adults

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Continue Retirement Plan Contributions - Older self-employed adults can continue to contribute to Roth or traditional individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and simplified employee pension (SEP) or SIMPLE IRAs. Also remember that self-employed older adults will continue to pay FICA tax equal to 15.3% of net business income.

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How incentive theory drives motivation and behavior in the workplace

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Competitive compensation and Benefits: Regularly reviewing salaries, providing comprehensive benefits packages , and offering perks such as health insurance, retirement plans, and stock options demonstrate the company’s commitment to employee well-being and financial security.

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Top 10 Employee Benefits Certifications for Professionals in 2024

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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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