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Benefits of Providing Financial Planning Resources to Employees
Posted: September 13, 2022
Benefits of Providing Financial Planning Resources to EmployeesThe most basic group benefit plan will provide some form of health insurance to employees, with some percentage paid by the employer. Many employers have taken steps to offer a more appealing range of benefits to their employees, including life insurance, long term care insurance, a 401(k) with matching funds, and vision or dental coverage. Another perk has proven to be appreciated by employees: Financial...
6 Foods to Help Prevent Dehydration
Posted: September 10, 2022
6 Foods to Help Prevent DehydrationAcross the USA, many people live in communities that are experiencing hot, dry weather. Staying well hydrated is always important, and even more so during the hot summer months. Obviously, drinking plenty of water is vital, but there is more to staying hydrated than just consuming liquids. Electrolytes work to direct water and other nutrients to the cells. Many foods contain water, nutrients and electrolytes...
How to Determine the Right Amount of Coverage Needed
Posted: September 7, 2022
How to Determine the Right Amount of Coverage NeededLife insurance – everyone needs it, but how much coverage do you need? Every individual has a unique situation and choosing the amount of coverage requires calculating specific factors. These include the financial obligations that would be left should you suddenly pass away, including: Income replacement: Your loved ones can be left in a dangerous financial condition without the income you bring to the family....
How HRAs Offset Premiums & Deductibles For Group Plans
Posted: August 28, 2022
How HRAs Offset Premiums & Deductibles For Group PlansA health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) can offset premiums and deductibles in a group health insurance plan. These savings are realized when a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) is combined with a Deductible-Gap HRA. Employers can benefit by saving money and reducing overhead with a high deductible, while the effect on employees is offset by the HRA. What Is An HRA? An HRA is an employer-funded account...
How Much Sun Is Too Much Sun?
Posted: August 25, 2022
How Much Sun Is Too Much Sun?It is common knowledge that too much sun exposure is bad for your skin. Most people also know that we need sunlight to make vitamin D, a micronutrient that aids bone growth and absorption of calcium, controls cell growth, regulates immunity, and helps prevent inflammation. Unfortunately, it can be tricky balance between getting the sunshine we need to produce adequate vitamin D and risking overexposure...