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Benefits
Small Business Health Plan Options: Compare PPO, HMO and HDHP
PPO, HMO, and HDHP plans differ in monthly premiums, provider networks, and out-of-pocket costs, and each fits a different kind of employee. This guide compares the health plan types available and explains why offering a mix can serve a whole team.
August 27, 2026 ・10 mins read
Benefits
Understanding Employee Benefits Eligibility
Understanding employee benefits eligibility can be tricky. Read on to learn all you need to know about eligibility requirements for employees.
August 6, 2026 ・17 mins read
Benefits
Work-Life Balance Is the Wrong Goal: What to Build Instead
17% of Great Lakes and New England employees say work-life balance isn't a focus. 1% of employers agree. Why the framing itself is the problem.
July 28, 2026 ・8 mins read
Benefits
Affordable Employee Benefits for Small Businesses: How to Offer More Without In-House Management
Discover how small businesses can offer affordable employee benefits in 2026 without in-house management. Explore outsourcing options, third-party providers, and cost-effective solutions.
July 13, 2026 ・10 mins read
Benefits
When Your Benefits Investment Isn’t Landing
Investing in employee benefits but still hearing complaints? The gap is usually communication, not cost. Learn how small businesses can make existing benefits more accessible, understood, and meaningful.
May 14, 2026 ・3 mins read
Benefits
Why Employees Stick With the Wrong Health Plan (and What We Can Do About It)
Decision fatigue drives most employees to re-enroll in the wrong health plan every year. Learn how year-round benefits education — not more options — helps employees make confident, informed choices.
May 5, 2026 ・4 mins read
Benefits
You Can’t Control All Healthcare Costs.
Most employees don't fully understand the benefits they already have. Learn how targeted education changes behavior, reduces healthcare costs, and builds confidence.
April 23, 2026 ・3 mins read
Benefits
Customers Don’t Always Ask For What They Need. And That’s Where Brokers Come In.
SMB owners often default to basic benefits—but the workforce has changed. See how brokers help clients close the gap between familiar and competitive offerings.
April 20, 2026 ・2 mins read
Benefits
How Much Is the Average PTO in the US?
Between unlimited PTO and flexible vacation, there’s a lot of variability in paid time off, but here’s the scoop on average PTO in USA workforces.
March 9, 2026 ・6 mins read
Benefits
Which is better: a dependent care FSA or a tax credit for childcare expenses?
A dependent care FSA is better for employees who can access it because these pre-tax deductions can substantially reduce the employee’s income, social
February 6, 2026 ・6 mins read
Benefits
Curated Employee Benefits for Cost, Coverage & Confidence
Discover the power of curated medical benefits: a smarter approach to small business health insurance that simplifies decision-making, helps control costs, and delivers comprehensive coverage with less complexity and more stability at renewal.
August 26, 2026 ・7 mins read
Benefits
How to Build an Employee Benefits Strategy: Top Considerations for Employers
Open enrollment is coming. Your team has changed, costs are rising, and you need benefits that work for everyone. Here's how to build a strategy that attracts talent, keeps employees engaged, and fits your budget.
August 11, 2026 ・10 mins read
Benefits
2026 Guide to Customizable Employee Benefits for SMBs
Discover how customizable employee benefit plans are for small and mid-size companies in 2026, plus options, trends, and tips to tailor your package.
August 6, 2026 ・12 mins read
Benefits
PEO Benefits Administration: 2026 Guide
Comparing PEO benefits administration in 2026? Learn the key factors small businesses should evaluate, from plan options and technology to compliance and cost.
July 22, 2026 ・10 mins read
Benefits
Deciding Between Internal or Outsourced Benefits Administration in 2026
Deciding between internal or outsourced benefits administration in 2026? Compare the advantages, pros and cons, and key criteria to choose the right approach.
July 9, 2026 ・7 mins read
Benefits
Employee Benefits: The Real Challenge Is Understanding Them
Most employees don't disengage from benefits because they don't care — they disengage because benefits are confusing. Learn how clearer communication, smarter education, and better plan design can drive real engagement and cost savings.
May 8, 2026 ・5 mins read
Benefits
What’s a Qualifying Life Event for Health Insurance Coverage Changes?
In the event of a qualifying life event (QLE), employees qualify to make changes in their current health plan benefits selection. Are you eligible?
April 27, 2026 ・3 mins read
Benefits
Even Leaders with Plenty of Resources Are Losing Sleep Over Healthcare Benefits.
Rising premiums and growing complexity are hitting even well-resourced companies hard. Learn why healthcare benefits are now a strategic concern — not just HR's.
April 21, 2026 ・4 mins read
Benefits
If a salaried exempt employee takes a day off, using their PTO, do we only pay them for 32 hours that week?
Paid time off (PTO) means your employee is paid for the time that they’ve taken off.
March 10, 2026 ・4 mins read
Benefits
When Does COBRA Coverage Start?
COBRA offers employees continued health insurance following a termination, but when does COBRA coverage start? Learn the details here.
February 23, 2026 ・7 mins read
Benefits
What Is a Multiple Employer Plan (MEP)? Benefits for Small Business
A Multiple Employer Plan (MEP) lets small businesses share one retirement plan to reduce costs, simplify compliance, and boost participation. Learn how MEPs work.
January 20, 2026 ・5 mins read
Benefits
Small Business Health Plan Options: Compare PPO, HMO and HDHP
PPO, HMO, and HDHP plans differ in monthly premiums, provider networks, and out-of-pocket costs, and each fits a different kind of employee. This guide compares the health plan types available and explains why offering a mix can serve a whole team.
August 27, 2026 ・10 mins read
Benefits
Curated Employee Benefits for Cost, Coverage & Confidence
Discover the power of curated medical benefits: a smarter approach to small business health insurance that simplifies decision-making, helps control costs, and delivers comprehensive coverage with less complexity and more stability at renewal.
August 26, 2026 ・7 mins read
Benefits
How to Build an Employee Benefits Strategy: Top Considerations for Employers
Open enrollment is coming. Your team has changed, costs are rising, and you need benefits that work for everyone. Here's how to build a strategy that attracts talent, keeps employees engaged, and fits your budget.
August 11, 2026 ・10 mins read
Benefits
2026 Guide to Customizable Employee Benefits for SMBs
Discover how customizable employee benefit plans are for small and mid-size companies in 2026, plus options, trends, and tips to tailor your package.
August 6, 2026 ・12 mins read
Benefits
Understanding Employee Benefits Eligibility
Understanding employee benefits eligibility can be tricky. Read on to learn all you need to know about eligibility requirements for employees.
August 6, 2026 ・17 mins read
Benefits
Work-Life Balance Is the Wrong Goal: What to Build Instead
17% of Great Lakes and New England employees say work-life balance isn't a focus. 1% of employers agree. Why the framing itself is the problem.
July 28, 2026 ・8 mins read
Benefits
PEO Benefits Administration: 2026 Guide
Comparing PEO benefits administration in 2026? Learn the key factors small businesses should evaluate, from plan options and technology to compliance and cost.
July 22, 2026 ・10 mins read
Benefits
Affordable Employee Benefits for Small Businesses: How to Offer More Without In-House Management
Discover how small businesses can offer affordable employee benefits in 2026 without in-house management. Explore outsourcing options, third-party providers, and cost-effective solutions.
July 13, 2026 ・10 mins read
Benefits
Deciding Between Internal or Outsourced Benefits Administration in 2026
Deciding between internal or outsourced benefits administration in 2026? Compare the advantages, pros and cons, and key criteria to choose the right approach.
July 9, 2026 ・7 mins read
Benefits
When Your Benefits Investment Isn’t Landing
Investing in employee benefits but still hearing complaints? The gap is usually communication, not cost. Learn how small businesses can make existing benefits more accessible, understood, and meaningful.
May 14, 2026 ・3 mins read
Benefits
Employee Benefits: The Real Challenge Is Understanding Them
Most employees don't disengage from benefits because they don't care — they disengage because benefits are confusing. Learn how clearer communication, smarter education, and better plan design can drive real engagement and cost savings.
May 8, 2026 ・5 mins read
Benefits
Why Employees Stick With the Wrong Health Plan (and What We Can Do About It)
Decision fatigue drives most employees to re-enroll in the wrong health plan every year. Learn how year-round benefits education — not more options — helps employees make confident, informed choices.
May 5, 2026 ・4 mins read
Benefits
What’s a Qualifying Life Event for Health Insurance Coverage Changes?
In the event of a qualifying life event (QLE), employees qualify to make changes in their current health plan benefits selection. Are you eligible?
April 27, 2026 ・3 mins read
Benefits
You Can’t Control All Healthcare Costs.
Most employees don't fully understand the benefits they already have. Learn how targeted education changes behavior, reduces healthcare costs, and builds confidence.
April 23, 2026 ・3 mins read
Benefits
Even Leaders with Plenty of Resources Are Losing Sleep Over Healthcare Benefits.
Rising premiums and growing complexity are hitting even well-resourced companies hard. Learn why healthcare benefits are now a strategic concern — not just HR's.
April 21, 2026 ・4 mins read
Benefits
Customers Don’t Always Ask For What They Need. And That’s Where Brokers Come In.
SMB owners often default to basic benefits—but the workforce has changed. See how brokers help clients close the gap between familiar and competitive offerings.
April 20, 2026 ・2 mins read
Benefits
If a salaried exempt employee takes a day off, using their PTO, do we only pay them for 32 hours that week?
Paid time off (PTO) means your employee is paid for the time that they’ve taken off.
March 10, 2026 ・4 mins read
Benefits
How Much Is the Average PTO in the US?
Between unlimited PTO and flexible vacation, there’s a lot of variability in paid time off, but here’s the scoop on average PTO in USA workforces.
March 9, 2026 ・6 mins read
Benefits
When Does COBRA Coverage Start?
COBRA offers employees continued health insurance following a termination, but when does COBRA coverage start? Learn the details here.
February 23, 2026 ・7 mins read
Benefits
Which is better: a dependent care FSA or a tax credit for childcare expenses?
A dependent care FSA is better for employees who can access it because these pre-tax deductions can substantially reduce the employee’s income, social
February 6, 2026 ・6 mins read
Benefits
What Is a Multiple Employer Plan (MEP)? Benefits for Small Business
A Multiple Employer Plan (MEP) lets small businesses share one retirement plan to reduce costs, simplify compliance, and boost participation. Learn how MEPs work.
January 20, 2026 ・5 mins read
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