Mike Nesper

The professional employer organization industry is experience massive growth, but the co-employment arrangement isn’t 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 it’s 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 Transamerica’s Kent Callahan, who shares his insight on the Mercer deal, as well as his firm’s 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.