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Empowering Gen X: Building a Competitive Benefits Package | PA Employee Benefits Consultants
Today’s workforce is a mix of generations, and Gen X is a group you can’t afford to overlook. Known for their flexibility and problem-solving skills, Gen X employees bring a powerful combination of experience and value to any company. Gen X, those born between 1965 and 1980, makes up a significant chunk (27%) of today’s…
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Meet Marc McCall: Our New Employee Benefits Consultant
Webber Advisors is proud to introduce the newest member of our team, Marc McCall, who will serve as an employee benefits consultant. Marc focuses on delivering results in employee benefits by empowering employers and employees with guidance, data, transparency, and tools to navigate the employee benefit arena. Marc has spent 15 years of his professional…
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Benefits Breakdown July 2024| Pennsylvania Benefits Agency
Report: Health Care Costs Are 254% Higher for Privately Insured Patients Than Those With Medicare A new RAND report revealed that in 2022, private insurers paid hospitals an average of 254% more than what Medicare would have paid for the same services, a jump from 224% in 2020. The study found that 2022 prices for…
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Cyber Attacks: A Growing Business Interruption Threat| Pennsylvania Benefits Team
When you think about what usually causes a business interruption, natural disasters such as fires, earthquakes and floods probably come to mind first. These events can physically damage your property and equipment, making your workspace unusable for a time. The damages from Hurricane Katrina and Superstorm Sandy are great examples of how a natural disaster…
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HSAs Made Easy: Learn the Essentials and Protect Your Savings from Mistakes| Pennsylvania Benefits Partners
Health savings accounts (HSAs) have become a vital part of many employers’ benefits packages, offering employees a powerful tool to manage healthcare expenses while benefiting from tax advantages. However, managing HSAs goes beyond just facilitating contributions. It also involves understanding and addressing mistakes with distributions that employees might encounter. This article delves into the basics…
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PCORI Fee Filing Deadline | PA Benefits Advisors
The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Trust Fund fee, often referred to as the PCORI fee, can be a source of confusion for employers offering health insurance plans. This article aims to simplify what the PCORI fee is, why it exists, and how it impacts your business. What is the PCORI Fee? The PCORI fee is an…
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Investing in Health Prevention and Wellness: A Smart Bet | PA Employee Benefits Advisors
The old adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” rings truer than ever in today’s world. While reactive healthcare plays a crucial role in treating illness, a growing emphasis is being placed on the power of health prevention and wellness. Investing in preventive measures and promoting overall well-being isn’t just about…
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Empowering Baby Boomers: Building a Competitive Benefits Package | PA Benefits Advisors
A Baby Boomer is someone born between 1946 and 1964. This generation is currently between 58 and 78 years old (in 2024). They tend to have a strong, loyal work ethic and excel at face-to-face communication and building relationships with colleagues. Boomers have a wealth of experience accumulated over long careers. They value jobs that…
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Benefits Breakdown June 2024 | Pennsylvania Benefits Consultants
HSA/HDHP Limits Will Increase for 2025 The IRS released the inflation-adjusted limits for health savings accounts (HSAs) and high deductible health plans (HDHPs) for 2025. The IRS is required to publish these limits by June 1 of each year. These limits vary based on whether an individual has self-only or family coverage under an HDHP.…
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Form 5500: What You Need To Know | Pennsylvania Benefits Agents
Attention Employers: Don’t Miss Your Form 5500 Deadline! Here’s a simplified breakdown of what you need to know about filing your employee benefit plan report: Who Needs to File? Employers subject to ERISA (Employee Retirement Income Security Act) with employee benefit plans, unless exempt. What to File? Form 5500 (annual report) for each employee benefit…
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