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Retirement Savings Tips: Stop Worrying and Start Saving | Employee Benefits Team

According to most retirement savings statistics, saving for retirement is something a lot of people put on the backburner.  Until it is too late, that is. For some people, the reason is that they are simply living paycheck to paycheck, so there isn’t much left to put aside. Others have some leftover money after covering … Continued

IRS Announces 2022 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits | OH Benefits Consultants

On November 4, 2021, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released Notice 2021-61 announcing cost-of-living adjustments affecting dollar limits for pension plans and other retirement-related items for tax year 2022. Many pension plan limits will change next year because the increase in the cost-of-living index met the statutory thresholds that trigger their adjustment. Other items, however, will not … Continued

The ABC’s of Medicare | OH Benefits Consultants

Trying to figure out Medicare can be one of the most frustrating aspects of retirement.  Even the savviest of retirees struggle with figuring out when to enroll and which parts to enroll in – there’s Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D, Medigap plans and so on. And, what in the world is a … Continued

8 Small Steps Toward Financial Protection | Ohio Employee Benefits Partners

About half of all Americans make New Year’s resolutions. Along with exercising more and eating better, many people aim to get a better handle on their finances. If you’re in that camp, we’re here to help. Here are some surefire steps to create a more financially secure future for you and your loved ones. Create … Continued

Do I Still Need Life Insurance Once I Retire? Your Questions Answered | Ohio Employee Benefit Advisors

Do I need life insurance once I retire? Just because you’re retired doesn’t necessarily mean you’re financially sound. Think of all the different scenarios that may still be applicable: You may have been required to retire early; you may have had investments that have gone sour and haven’t had time to rebuild your nest egg. … Continued

4 Ways to Get Financially Fit in Your 40s | Ohio Benefit Advisors

Many people in their 40s are facing an uncomfortable fact: They simply aren’t where they’d hoped to be financially. Fortunately, all their life experience can help correct for past mistakes. “There’s a different trigger moment for everybody,” says Jay Howard, financial advisor and partner at MHD Financial in San Antonio, Texas. “But regardless of when … Continued

Are you addressing your employee’s financial health? | Ohio Benefit Advisors

The importance of health and wellness in the workplace is more apparent than ever. It’s obvious why healthy individuals make better employees and the positive impact this has on your bottom line. When thinking about building a program to improve the well-being of your employees, don’t forget about the importance of their financial health. In … Continued

SSA Announces Higher Incomes Subject to Payroll Tax in 2017 | Ohio Benefit Advisors

On October 18, 2016, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced the maximum amount of earnings that are subject to the Social Security payroll tax will increase in 2017 to $127,200. This adjustment is effective as of January 1, 2017 and equates an $8,700 increase from the maximum for years 2015 and 2016, which was $118,500. … Continued

IRS Issues Second Notice to Assist in Developing Cadillac Tax Regulations | Ohio Benefits Broker

By Danielle Capilla, Chief Compliance Officer at United Benefit Advisors The IRS has issued its second notice regarding the upcoming implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) excise tax on high cost employer-sponsored health coverage, also known as the “Cadillac tax.” Beginning in 2018, plans that provide coverage that exceeds a threshold … Continued

5500 Due Date Approaching | Maumee Benefits Broker

Generally, plans that must comply with ERISA must file a Form 5500 by the last day of the seventh month after the close of their plan year. For calendar year plans this means the due date for the Form 5500 is July 31. Government plans (which includes most public schools) generally do not need to … Continued

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