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How to find the best PEO for small businesses: 5 Non-Negotiables

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It must be a Certified Professional Employment Organization (CPEO). As of 2017, professional employment organizations are eligible to become certified through the IRS (thus Certified PEOs). Flexible Spending Programs. Retail & Entertainment Discount Program. 401(k) Options.

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4 Health Insurance Options For Small Business Owners

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PEO stands for “professional employer organization”; small and midsize businesses that engage a PEO gain an ally when it comes to health insurance. When choosing an HRA, you’d simply opt out of our master plan and select individual coverage. You can learn more here. PEO Group Insurance* (Genesis Pick).

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What is a PEO (& why do you need one)?

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What is a Professional Employer Organization? A Professional Employer Organization (PEO) allows its clients to outsource many of their human resource functions, share employment liability, and, oftentimes, gain economies of scale to bring an improved benefits package to their employees.