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Employee Benefit Plan Limits for 2019

Many employee benefits are subject to annual dollar limits that are periodically updated for inflation, such as HSAs, health FSAs and transportation fringe benefit plans. 

IRS Begins Pay or Play Enforcement for 2016

In late 2018, the IRS began issuing enforcement letters informing related to employers’ compliance with the ACA’s employer shared responsibility rules for the

3 Ways to Fight Holiday Stress

Holiday stress plagues many Americans every year. Top holiday stressors include staying on a budget, managing multiple commitments and finding the perfect gift. Use these

PCORI Fee Amount Adjusted for 2018

On Nov. 5, 2018, the IRS published Notice 2018-85, which provides the adjusted PCORI fee amount for plan years ending on or after Oct. 1,

The IRS recently announced cost-of-living adjustments to the annual dollar limits for various welfare and retirement plan limits for 2019. Although some of the limits will remain the same, many

Makeover Your Holiday Recipes by Substituting Fats

Butter, oils and other fats can add flavor to your favorite recipes, but they can also add many calories. They act as a barrier

Stellar’s Annual Notice Requirements document for group health plans provides an overview of the key required health benefits notices to be included in open enrollment materials for 2019. For health

More Common Than You’d Think: Workplace Bullying

National Bullying Prevention Month is recognized every October. What many people don’t realize is that workplace bullying affects more than 35 percent

Fruits and Veggies: How Much is Enough?
If you’re like the majority of Americans, you’re most likely not eating enough fruits and vegetables. Fruits & Veggies – More Matters, a national