What is “open enrollment”?
People keep throwing out the term "open enrollment" -- while I'm pretty sure it has to do with benefits, what all does it encompass?
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COVID-19 Employee Benefits: Changes You Should Know
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, your employee benefits just had some mandatory changes implemented that may be to your advantage.
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
May 21, 2020
OTC Meds and Feminine Products Now FSA-Eligible
Did you know that certain over-the-counter medicines and feminine hygiene products are now FSA-eligible expenses without a prescription?
Cariann Lieske, SHRM-CP
Apr 15, 2020
401K Loan - good or bad idea?
Taking a loan from your 401k may seem like a good idea but might bring consequence that can slow down your retirement plans.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Jan 20, 2020
Employer Penalties Increase for Federal Law Violations
The DOL announced an increase to employer penalties for noncompliance with federal laws. See what the price per infraction is as of Jan 15, 2020.
Brad Fagergren, Esquire, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Legal Counsel
Jan 16, 2020
2020 FSA and HSA Contribution Limits
The health FSA and HSA contribution limits increased once again for 2020, allowing you to save more pretax dollars for qualifying medical expenses.
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Nov 21, 2019
Study: The ROI of Using a PEO
What is the ROI of a PEO? A new study released by NAPEO shows companies that outsource HR functions to a PEO have an ROI of 27.2% in cost savings...
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Oct 8, 2019
When Employees Want Pets at Work
Do your employees want to bring their pets to work? As part of your due diligence in setting up a workplace pet policy, consider these questions.
Laura Lancaster, PHR, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Aug 30, 2019
Should you stay with your small group insurance plan?
If your small business insurance plan is becoming more and more unaffordable, perhaps it's time to switch to a large group plan. Here's how.
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Jul 18, 2019
