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Tri-Agency Proposed Rule on Health Reimbursement Arrangements | Tri-Agency Proposed Rule on Health Reimbursement Arrangements

November 14, 2018

The Department of the Treasury (Treasury), Department of Labor (DOL), and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) (collectively, the Departments) released their proposed rule regarding health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) and other account-based group health plans. The DOL also issued a news release and fact sheet on the proposed rule. The proposed rule’s goal is to … Continued

Making a Remote Team Work | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

October 24, 2018

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In a tight labor market, a candidate’s potential commute can make a job more or less attractive. HumanResources reports that a quarter of employees surveyed had left a job because of the commute. When looking at just Millennials, the number jumps to one third. Employees can be choosy, selecting a job that offers more of … Continued

Moments of Clarity: Being Transparent | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

October 10, 2018

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Aristotle was right when he said, “Nature abhors a vacuum.” Companies and politicians like to say that they’re transparent, when in fact, they’re often the opposite. And, as in nature, in the absence of facts, people will often fill their minds with what is perceived. If you’re working at a company, rather than being one … Continued

Final Rule on Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

September 16, 2018

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On August 3, 2018, the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Department of Labor (collectively, the Departments) published a final rule that amends the definition of short-term, limited-duration insurance. HHS also released a fact sheet on the final rule. According to the Departments, the final rule will provide consumers with … Continued

6 Reasons Self-Funded Plans Are Gaining Popularity | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

August 23, 2018

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Since the ACA was enacted eight years ago, many employers are re-examining employee benefits in an effort to manage costs, navigate changing regulations, and expand their plan options. Self-funded plans are one way that’s happening. In 2017, the UBA Health Plan survey revealed that self-funded plans have increased by 12.8% in the past year overall, … Continued

DOL Issues Final Regulations Regarding Association Health Plans | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

July 19, 2018

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On June 19, 2018, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published Frequently Asked Questions About Association Health Plans (AHPs) and issued a final rule that broadens the definition of “employer” and the provisions under which an employer group or association may be treated as an “employer” sponsor of a single multiple-employer employee welfare benefit plan and group health plan … Continued

What About Them? | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

July 11, 2018

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The office team arrives at 8:00 AM and is there every day until 5:00 PM. They work hard answering questions for clients, doing invoicing, and other important administrative tasks. The production team often shows up at 10:00 AM or later, takes a long lunch and quite often is seen leaving at 2:00 or 3:00 PM. … Continued

Disability Income Protection is an Employee Benefits Rising Star | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

July 6, 2018

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According to recent studies disability income is a rising star in the employee benefits market. This is due to a variety of factors. Most poignantly insurance company attempts to court and educate employee benefit advisers about the product, historically low national unemployment and financial impact of the recent tax reforms. In discussions with successful financial … Continued

5 Ways AI Is Revolutionizing Health Care | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

June 28, 2018

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New technologies are poised to fundamentally change the HR industry as we know it. Just as the smartphone revolutionized the way we communicate, artificial intelligence will reshape all areas of HR, from employee onboarding to learning management to developing top talent. And, similar to smartphones, these changes will take place at lightning speed. But what … Continued

Perk Up Your Benefits Packages | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

June 8, 2018

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What people want in their benefits package is changing. Retirement and health care still rank high but soft perks and voluntary benefits factor into satisfaction more than any other benefits, so says “Employees Increasingly Excited About Soft Perks and Company-Culture Benefits,” in Employee Benefit News. When considering a job offer, these types of benefits are top … Continued

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Tri-Agency Proposed Rule on Health Reimbursement Arrangements | Tri-Agency Proposed Rule on Health Reimbursement Arrangements

Making a Remote Team Work | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Moments of Clarity: Being Transparent | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Final Rule on Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

6 Reasons Self-Funded Plans Are Gaining Popularity | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

DOL Issues Final Regulations Regarding Association Health Plans | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

What About Them? | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Disability Income Protection is an Employee Benefits Rising Star | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

5 Ways AI Is Revolutionizing Health Care | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Perk Up Your Benefits Packages | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

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