Rising family obligations threaten retirement security for Gen X
A new study finds many Americans are risking their own retirement security and health to support family members — with Gen X workers most at risk.
Financial planning
Sunny Day Fund helps these nonprofit employees save for emergencies
The CEO of SERCAP talks about why she partnered with the emergency savings platform, and the good it has done for her workforce.
Benefits Think Out-of-pocket is out of reach for employees
By making healthcare more affordable for work, businesses reap rewards in the long run.
Employees are stressed about their savings — an ESA can help
A recent financial wellness report found that over half of employees are currently unprepared to cover a $500 emergency expense.
Benefits Think Great health plan member experiences don’t happen by accident
The CEO of Intellivo offers a step-by-step guide to make accident claims as easy as possible for benefit leaders and employees.
Nationwide study: Retirement confidence up, but financial literacy lags
Workers are feeling more confident about their retirement plans — but that optimism may be misplaced.
Benefits Think How to combat employees’ top upskilling fears
Thoughtful education benefits that remove common hesitations help workers unlock their full potential.
Is equity compensation the new ‘must-have’ financial wellness benefit?
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.
Gen X are being ignored by retirement benefits, too
With savings gaps, financial anxiety and plans to work longer, half of Gen X employees feel unprepared for retirement.
Benefits Think The critical role of employee benefits in facilitating financial security
A comprehensive benefits package, including voluntary benefits, can help employees spend less on medical care and keep their savings intact.
Amy Friedrich
Principal
Benefits Think When ‘shared savings’ really means shared conflicts
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.
Stephen Carrabba
ClaimInformatics
Protecting retirement for the sandwich generation
One in four Americans now juggle childcare and eldercare, often at the expense of retirement savings.
Podcast Humanizing Voluntary Benefits: Financial Wellbeing Meets Emotional Support
According to recent Employee Benefit News research, only 38% of employees are highly satisfied with the current overall wellness benefits that their company offers. As healthcare costs continue to rise and individuals desire more tailored benefits that fit their needs, employers and employees can both benefit from voluntary benefits.
Benefits Think When is wellness an HSA-reimbursable medical expense?
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.
Nicky Brown
HealthEquity
The retirement readiness gap: Why benefit managers must act
With only 29% of employees feeling hopeful about their financial future, benefit managers play a key role in supporting retirement readiness.
Free legal advice helps employees navigate serious medical conditions
Nonprofit Triage Cancer can answer questions and guide workers through next steps, as well as educate benefit leaders to better assist their workforce.
Benefits Think Amid health insurance unpredictability, off-exchange plans offer a secret path to stability
With upcoming changes due to the OBBBA, employers may find these plans to be financially beneficial and keep healthy employees from dropping coverage.
Jack Hooper
Take Command Health
Financial wellness benefits that help — and hurt — employees
Many popular financial solutions such as student loan repayment and earned wage access aren't as useful as leaders may think.
3 ways employees can use HSAs for back-to-school expenses
From contact lenses to doctor visits, HSAs can cover dependents' health and wellness products and services.
Benefits Think Strategic tips on making open enrollment work
By framing options in terms that resonate with employees' real lives, organizations can help people see the value in their choices.
Alexandra Powell
Reward Gateway | Edenred