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3 in 4 Workers Would Accept Lower-Pay for Better Benefits: Survey

InterWest Insurance Services

The main driver in workers prioritizing benefits is the rapidly rising cost of group health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs, according to the study by Voya Financial. 51% said that high health care costs were having a major or significant impact on their ability to save for retirement.

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Offer HDHP and HSAs? Follow this 4-step Voluntary Benefits Checkup

Corporate Synergies

Which voluntary benefit options are right for your employees? This 4-step voluntary benefits checkup will help you decide. As the cost of medical plans rises, employers are offering high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) as part of their employee benefit plans.

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Four High Deductible Health Plan Mistakes to Avoid

InterWest Insurance Services

Failing to offer a health savings account The idea behind HDHPs is that the money employees save on premium can be funneled into an attached HSA, which can be used to reimburse out-of-pocket medical expenses. Offering wellness programs can boost employees’ overall health, help them lose weight or quit smoking.

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Tips to refine your OE communication strategy and availability

WEX Inc.

Benefits are also not top of mind for many employees. Employees are often more focused on frequently used benefits such as vacation and paid off policies (PTO) rather than insurance, voluntary benefits and retirement plans. However, they’re most likely not communicated any differently than other benefit offerings.

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Gen Z Workers Go for HDHPs, but Don’t Forget Your Other Employees

InterWest Insurance Services

Study findings The trend of more Gen Z workers gravitating to HDHPs makes sense, since these plans are best suited for younger individuals who are generally healthier and have fewer health problems than their older counterparts — Gen Xers and Baby Boomers. You can tailor your employee benefits educational sessions to each generation.

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Helping employees understand key benefits terms

PeopleStrategy

Ancillary benefits : these types of benefits are in addition to standard health coverage, and can include dental, vision care, life insurance and short- or long-term disability coverage.

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2025 employee benefits trends: What employers need to know

WEX Inc.

Personalized benefits packages allow employees to select benefits that align closely with their life stage, health needs, and financial priorities. Voluntary benefits Voluntary benefits are a powerful way to offer added value without a significant cost burden.