Financial Wellness News from Employee Benefit News

Rising costs and competing financial priorities are making it harder for younger workers to save for retirement.

A recent financial wellness report found that over half of employees are currently unprepared to cover a $500 emergency expense.

The CEO of Intellivo offers a step-by-step guide to make accident claims as easy as possible for benefit leaders and employees.

Workers are feeling more confident about their retirement plans — but that optimism may be misplaced.

Thoughtful education benefits that remove common hesitations help workers unlock their full potential.

A new survey from Charles Schwab revealed that nearly half of employees believe the benefit could help them achieve long- and short-term financial goals.

Even with the money to retire early, FIRE clients often face unexpected challenges around mindset, more than finances.

By investing in the right tools, leaders can prevent employees from making long-term damage to their financial future.

With savings gaps, financial anxiety and plans to work longer, half of Gen X employees feel unprepared for retirement.

A comprehensive benefits package, including voluntary benefits, can help employees spend less on medical care and keep their savings intact.

Just as hidden fees became the hallmark issue in 401(k) fiduciary litigation, shared savings is quickly becoming the next flashpoint in health plan oversight.

As 401(k) balances continue to grow, advisers say it's crucial that employees are educated on how to effectively manage their portfolios.

The traditional retirement model won't always work for smaller organizations so they'll need to get creative to stay competitive.

One in four Americans now juggle childcare and eldercare, often at the expense of retirement savings.

The vice president of public policy and government affairs at HealthEquity addresses gray areas of qualification and offers examples of simple, clear explanations for employees.

With only 29% of employees feeling hopeful about their financial future, benefit managers play a key role in supporting retirement readiness.