When should a consultant recommend a PEO?
The professional employer organization industry is experience massive growth, but the co-employment arrangement isnt right for everyone. Here are the benefits of a PEO and the red flags to watch out for.
The professional employer organization industry is experience massive growth, but the co-employment arrangement isnt right for everyone. Here are the benefits of a PEO and the red flags to watch out for.
Guidelines that will offer assistance for states that want to avoid or embrace the Employee Retirement Income Security Act are expected to be released by the end of the year, Borzi says.
Baby boomers, Generation X and millennials all have different attitudes about saving for the future and varying work styles, and its crucial that advisers know these differences before discussing retirement savings options.
Financial services programs are topping the list of non-insurance offerings from employers, who recognize the impact such stress can have on productivity.
Drafting a strategic plan is the first step to combat soaring health care expenses impacting employees and employers, many of whom are turning to wellness programs and private exchanges to control costs.
Multinational organizations want to centrally administer their benefits, however, companies are struggling with employee engagement and communication, new research finds.
When addressing group disability coverage, brokers should speak of real-life situations to convey the importance of such plans.
The recent partnership is part of consolidation in the retirement space that will continue for the next three to five years, says Transamericas Kent Callahan, who shares his insight on the Mercer deal, as well as his firms relationship with brokers.
Offering minimum essential coverage plans not only helps employers stay compliant with the ACA, it can also provide solid compensation for brokers and can lead to gap coverage sales.
Everything from filling prescriptions to asking primary care questions can be done via online or over the phone, which can reduce medical claims, but only if employees are engaged in their plan.
Devices and applications are impacting health care, but its crucial not to overlook the human aspect of technology, says Healthways Chris Dancy.
Brian Heckert, the new Million Dollar Round Table president, shares the story of how he entered the industry, as well as what he hopes to accomplish and insights on other issues facing the retirement industry.
Offering a supplemental plan for retired military employees can save employers from potential claims and it also helps brokers add value to their clients and increase their book of business.
Transamerica is to become Mercers preferred DC recordkeeping provider, which will likely boost Transamericas position in the retirement space, experts say.
Robo retirement firms entering the small-plan 401(k) market wont replace human advisers, industry leaders say.
Many individuals think coverage is too expensive or unnecessary in certain stages of life thats why advisers need to emphasize the true cost of a policy and help clients think about their future when discussing life insurance.
Target-date fund participants are more confident theyll reach their retirement goals and have higher contribution rates than non-TDF user, survey finds.
Generation Y employees want more customization and education about their benefits and employers need to provide a broad range of offerings while taking a holistic view to contain rising health care costs.
Health and wellness startup HealthiestYou promotes productivity in the workplace and enables parents to conveniently meet with doctors, according to brokers who have firsthand experience.
Jiff CEO Derek Newell discusses the role data analytics plays in reducing health care costs as well as the companys relationship with benefit brokers.