Practice management

Women continue to lag behind men in terms of saving and planning for their future.

The Cornerstone Insurance Group beefs up its offerings — and even hires a staff wellness director — to win over clients.

Moving beyond biggest loser-type competions and step challenges, employer-based programs are entering a new phase that make use of targeted incentives to create specific outcomes.

Employer clients that have yet to start preparing for the proposed changes are already falling behind, lawyer Tammy McCutchen said during SHRM’s legislative conference.

With rising healthcare costs hurting employers, adviser Mark Gaunya says it’s time for quality reform.

Benefit plan sponsors continue to evaluate the best-use scenarios for PBEs, says exchange head James Harmon.

Targeted incentives and automated employee follow-up can improve outcomes.

Advisers can make use of these best practices to lower the costs and increase the effectiveness of employer disability programs.

The savings option is growing in popularity as part of a prudent capital allocation strategy, says financial adviser John Ludwig.

How advisers and employers can fine-tune communications to better educate workers about plans and perks.