Should Your Business Offer an HRA or HSA?
Posted: October 28, 2021
HRAs and HSAs are two very popular, tax-advantaged healthcare savings plans. These plans differ in several ways, including who is eligible to participate, where contributions come from, and what kind of health plans can be combined with them. Before deciding which one is better for your company, it is important to understand what these plans are, what benefits they provide, and the key differences between...
5 Ways to Protect Yourself When Buying a Business
Posted: October 13, 2021
Purchasing a going concern can be a great way to go into business. The company you are buying may already have established customers or clients, smoothly running operations, trained employees, and cash flow. But buying a business can be risky – it requires dedicated due diligence. The following are ways to protect yourself when acquiring a business. Do Your Due Diligence Do not cut corners...
What Additional Benefits Should I Offer Remote Employees?
Posted: September 28, 2021
The remote workforce is growing stronger. A large percentage of employees are now working away from the office one or more days per week. There are many advantages to providing special perks for remote workers. Here are some examples of the types of benefits you can offer employees who work from home. Flexible Work Hours and Unlimited PTO One advantage of working remotely is knowing...
Advantages of Offering Group Benefits in Your Business
Posted: September 13, 2021
If your small business is on a budget, you may wonder if it is worth the cost to offer group benefits to your employees. Bear in mind that your workers are your company’s most valuable asset. Think of group benefits as an investment in the future of your business, with big returns in the long run. Reasons to Offer Group Benefits Tax Advantages A number...
What Is the Difference Between ICHRA and QSEHRA?
Posted: August 28, 2021
The first step in understanding the difference is to spell out what these abbreviations stand for. “ICHRA” stands for “Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement.” “QSEHRA” stands for “Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement.” What Is an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement? An ICHRA is a new type of health reimbursement arrangement that only became available as of 2020, under Trump administration regulations. It allows employers...