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Emerging HR trends, compliance updates, recruitment and retention—everything you need to keep your organization running smoothly.

    What HSA Owners Need to Know When they Turn 65
    Picture of Sarah Weinstein Sarah Weinstein | December 29, 2021

    A recent analysis found that more than 3 million baby boomers retired prematurely due to COVID-19 . And while retirement is calling for a significant...

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    Is Pregnancy a Qualifying Event?
    Picture of Sarah Weinstein Sarah Weinstein | December 28, 2021

    No, pregnancy is not considered a qualifying event in most states. This means an expectant mother cannot be added to a group health plan as a...

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    What is an FTE and How Do You Calculate Full-Time Equivalency?
    Picture of Sarah Weinstein Sarah Weinstein | December 27, 2021

    One of the most common yet often perplexing compliance concerns HR teams encounter is calculating FTE, or full-time equivalency. From what it is and...

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    Payroll Calendar: Biweekly Pay Periods in 2022
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | December 21, 2021

    As HR prepares for the new year, it’s key to stay ahead of the curve on important dates and compliance requirements. Unlike last year, 2022 will have...

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    When are the Deadlines for ACA Reporting in 2022?
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | December 21, 2021

    The start of the year means more dates for HR teams and employers to remember, including ACA filing deadlines. There is a lot to keep track of in...

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    Can I Contribute to an HSA if My Spouse Has an FSA?
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | December 16, 2021

    If your spouse is currently enrolled in a general-purpose FSA plan, then you are not considered eligible for an HSA alongside it. The reasoning...

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    How to Handle Employee Pay Cuts, Layoffs & Furloughs During Economic Uncertainty
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | December 14, 2021

    When organizations are confronted with financial uncertainties, it can be a daunting challenge to determine the best path forward. More often than...

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    Passive vs. Active Enrollment
    Picture of Callie Horner Callie Horner | December 10, 2021

    When preparing for open enrollment, HR professionals and employers often focus on selecting the right benefits. However, the way these benefits are...

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    What Happens If an Employee Misses Open Enrollment?
    Picture of Bretton Chatham Bretton Chatham | December 9, 2021

    After all the time and attention that HR pros give open enrollment, it can be hard to imagine how an employee could miss the window for electing ...

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    How to Define Your KPIs for Organizational Success
    Picture of Will Miranne Will Miranne | November 30, 2021

    Metrics are invaluable tools organizations utilize every day to make their business as successful as it can be. However, when it comes to these...

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