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Small businesses might be missing an opportunity to enhance their benefit programs and employee loyalty! — In a 2009 survey by the nonprofit International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, 84 percent of employers responding said they offered some type of voluntary benefit. An additional 5…

What healthcare plan allows employers to set their own maximum for employee healthcare costs, can be structured to cover 100 percent of preventive care for most employees, and gives employees greater incentive to manage their healthcare costs? — The answer? Health Reimbursement Arrangements, or…

— As with nearly everything else, retirement plans require periodic maintenance to keep running smoothly. Here are some suggestions to ensure your plan complies with all laws and regulations and meets the goals of your benefits program. — Keep your plan up-to-date with the law. On a regular…

Low enrollments and low contributions not only mean that you’re not getting your money’s worth out of your administrative dollars; they can also translate into decreased employee loyalty and failure of nondiscrimination tests. Following are five common retirement plan problems and how you can solve…

One thing is easy to foretell: Unpredictable weather can cause reduced visibility and hazardous driving conditions that make it challenging for even the most experienced drivers. Fortunately, there are ways to protect yourself, your passengers and your car. — The following tips can help you stay…

Buying a new car is an exciting time - but it can also be stressful. After all, you're trying to get the best deal on price, while also deciding on the make, model and features you need. — We can't really help you become a master negotiator when it comes to buying a car. But we can give you some…