Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

More employers could introduce gender inclusive paid parental leave to prevent and try to close gender pension gaps. In order to help close the pensions participation gap, more education on schemes is needed. Targeted action is likely to differ from each employer and be a combination of culture and specific support measures.

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Best Money Moves

APRIL 2, 2024

April is Financial Literacy Month, which recognizes the role that financial education plays in a person’s long-term success and stability. Without the right education, your employees are much more susceptible to financial hardship. These programs are in high demand among employers and workers alike. According to the St.

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AssuredPartners

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Employers can offer financial wellness programs to help mitigate these negative effects, and steps should be taken to build an impactful plan, educate employees about available resources and engage them to participate. Where to start when building or selecting a financial wellness plan? thrift plan” or Roth).

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AssuredPartners

DECEMBER 11, 2022

The retirement landscape continues to evolve, from increases in longevity to Social Security reform to the pandemic. Today’s employers play a vital role in helping employees save and invest for retirement. With different needs and expectations, employers must first strive to understand the varying views of each generation.

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HR Bartender

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

You mentioned defined benefits plans. I know one of your areas of expertise is in the area of retirement planning. There are lots of articles these days on the topic of retirement – ranging from whether people are actually retiring (versus transitioning to an encore career) to the financial considerations of retirement.

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Money Talk

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

One place where there is a gap in adult financial education is programs for older adults age 65+. The bulk of community and workplace programs cover financial tasks and decisions to get “to retirement,” not “through retirement." Traditional IRAs and employer plans). Tax-free accounts (e.g.,

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Best Money Moves

MAY 10, 2022

5 benefits for employers to retain and attract top talent. High turnover creates an expensive problem for employers and stressful environment for employees. According to a survey by ArmadaCare, 78% of employees are more willing to stay with their employer due to their employee benefits. . According to SHRM, about ?

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Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Need to know: Employers can tailor content and communication channels to different employee groups to help with their pensions knowledge. They could invest in financial coaching for a more personal approach to pensions education. Losing the jargon will make the language of pensions easier to understand and more relevant to staff.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

APRIL 4, 2024

As an employer or HR manager, you’re constantly seeking ways to enhance your employee benefits package, ensuring it not only attracts top talent but also supports their financial well-being throughout their careers and into retirement. Why Should Employers Care?

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Act of 2022 (“SECURE 2.0”) was signed into law on December 29, 2022 as part of the 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act, and included a myriad of required and optional plan design changes for retirement plan sponsors and employers (described in more detail here ). Starter 401(k) Plans. Section 603 of SECURE 2.0

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Best Money Moves

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

63% of employees feel that economic uncertainty affects current and future workplace benefits and 401(k) retirement plans. Workers in the baby boomer generation are having to delay retirement due to the instability of the current economy. Providing employer-sponsored financial benefits is one way to put your team at ease.

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HR Lineup

OCTOBER 25, 2023

As we step into 2023, retirement planning has become more critical than ever. With the uncertainty surrounding the future of Social Security and the increasing life expectancy, having a solid retirement plan is essential. Empower Retirement Empower Retirement is a significant player in the retirement plan industry.

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Money Talk

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

As I mentioned in three previous posts , I love learning new things and often attend webinars and podcasts to gain knowledge and/or continuing education credits for my CFP® and AFC® as well as to connect virtually with others. Alternatives to generate cash include savings that is not in a retirement plan (if any), employer assistance (e.g.,

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Hppy

JUNE 7, 2018

That makes planning for retirement more concerning and terrifying — 30 percent of employees feel stressed by retirement planning, mentally and emotionally. Employers may include helpful tools and resources in these packets and going over the details together as a first step. No one plan fits all employees.

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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Welcome to “Employee Benefits Guide for 2023: What Employers Need to Know.” In the dynamic arena of modern employment, employee benefits aren’t just perks; they are essential components of a thriving organization. In this case, their deferred money goes into a 401(k) plan sponsored by their employer.

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HR Digest

MAY 21, 2023

Employer benefits package is key to attracting and retaining top talent. Create a plan to review the employee benefits package routinely Business Owner and Manager together can design employer benefits package as it is key to attracting and retaining top talent. Retirement Plans Employers usually offer retirement plans.

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Best Money Moves

APRIL 15, 2024

Employers should be proactive and create support systems to enhance overall organizational success. Employers play a significant role in shaping the mental well-being of their employees. In light of the swiftly evolving technological landscape, it’s imperative to foster increased communication between employers and employees.

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Best Money Moves

JANUARY 31, 2023

Moreover, employees can learn how to manage competing financial goals like tackling credit card debt, while saving for retirement. Educate employees Social Security, Medicare and other retirement benefits. About half of employees say they aren’t getting enough education about Social Security and Medicare benefits.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

AUGUST 31, 2023

With the federal student loan debt relief plan ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court, more employers are expected to consider offering student loan repayment benefits (covered in Part 1) or retirement plan matching under the SECURE Act 2.0 appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Best Money Moves

JULY 19, 2022

Here’s how employers can help. What can employers do to help their teams? Expand financial literacy and education opportunities. At every budget, there are ways institute financial wellness programming and resources, whether it be tax filing workshops or retirement planning seminars. .

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Griffin Benefits

JUNE 29, 2023

contains dozens of changes to retirement plans, but perhaps none bigger than these two: New 401(k) and 403(b) plans will be required to automatically enroll participants in the respective plans, and employee salary deferral rates will automatically escalate each year. The SECURE Act 2.0

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Corporate Synergies

AUGUST 15, 2018

Help them with a retirement benefits education program. 2 This select group needs retirement benefits education now. 2 This select group needs retirement benefits education now. There are specific rules about contributions and withdrawals in retirement. One is retirement “back pay.”.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Employees are often more focused on frequently used benefits such as vacation and paid off policies (PTO) rather than insurance, voluntary benefits and retirement plans. However, less than half of benefit-eligible employees actually take advantage of employer-offered benefits. Enrolling in benefits should be straightforward.

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Employee Benefits

AUGUST 21, 2023

Meanwhile, almost two-thirds (62%) who are eligible for a higher employer contribution once they opt-in are only receiving the minimum amount, and a further 9% are unaware that their employer is contributing to their pension. We’ve introduced an extensive suite of support, initiatives, and educational tools for DC savers.

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HR Lineup

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Educational Resources: The platform offers a vast library of educational content on topics such as budgeting, saving, investing, debt management, and retirement planning. Enrich provides employees with strategies and tools to manage and reduce debt, including debt consolidation options and repayment plans.

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Money Talk

DECEMBER 29, 2022

I recently attended a number of webinars about retirement planning. Below are 10 of my top take-aways: Knowledge is Power - While new state financial education mandates are getting lots of media attention (and rightly so), financial education works for everyone! Many have to settle for less. It is not all theirs to keep.

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Employee Benefits

JANUARY 15, 2024

Employers could offer support through a midlife MOT, which provides a health and financial career check to help employees plan for retirement. Pre-retirement coaching can help to educate older employees on how to prepare for life away from work. But what benefits can employers offer to support the ageing workforce?

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Best Money Moves

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Consider these 5 suggestions for bringing financial wellness to your workforce in 2022, as well as why these steps are good for employers as well as employees. Help your employees plan for the future. There are programs employers can offer such as a rainy day savings account program that can help ease these issues.

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Money Talk

APRIL 28, 2022

When pressed for time to fit ABL into your day, consider “educational multi-tasking” (e.g., Health Savings Accounts - One study found that the tax savings on many employees’ contributions to a health savings account (HSA) increases wealth by more than an employer match on the same employees’ 401(k) contributions. credit cards), 4.

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Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Employers are viewing the ageing workforce as increasingly important, according to the new Financial Wellbeing Research 2023 [1] from the Reward & Employee Benefits Association (REBA) in association with WEALTH at work. The current economy is also found to be causing concerns over employees’ future retirement plans.

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HR Lineup

JUNE 9, 2023

PES Benefits provides a comprehensive suite of employee benefits, covering various areas such as health and wellness, retirement planning, and financial security. Retirement planning is another crucial aspect of PES Benefits’ offerings.

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Best Money Moves

MAY 31, 2023

3 Ways Financial Stress Impacts Various Generations Find engaging ways to educate employees across different generations on how to build a rainy day fund. For many employees, a common source for retirement and financial advice for employees is their retirement plan provider.

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PeopleStrategy

MARCH 11, 2024

Support comes in a variety of ways, and education can be a powerful tool for HR professionals. In our previous blog posts , we delved into recession planning and navigating economic uncertainties from a company perspective. Develop tailored educational programs that cover the basics of budgeting, saving, and investing.

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Best Money Moves

DECEMBER 7, 2021

According to a SHRM survey, 74% of employers have not added benefits that address employee’s financial stress since the beginning of the pandemic. Seventy-seven percent of employees want retirement planning and 54 percent of employees want safety net insurance as a part of their financial wellness programs.

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Employee Benefits

JANUARY 25, 2023

Matching contribution levels: 3% employee contribution, 6% employer; 4% employee 8% employer; 5% employee and 10% employer. Annual employer-funded health screening for the leadership team. Group income protection employer-paid for all employees, subject to acceptance by the insurer. 26 weeks deferred period.

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PeopleStrategy

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Open enrollment season can be a challenging time for both employees and employers. Employees are often inundated with complex benefit options and decisions, while employers struggle to communicate these options effectively. Start with Clear Communication Clear and concise communication is the foundation of successful open enrollment.

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HR Lineup

JANUARY 24, 2024

Employers play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of these submissions. This guide aims to provide employers with comprehensive insights into the process of handling Proof of Investment submissions, highlighting key considerations, best practices, and potential challenges. Key components may include: 1.

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