Travisoft Benefits Administration Blog
The State of Retiree Health Benefits
Today’s retirees face massive health care costs. Research from Fidelity found that a 65-year-old couple retiring now can expect to spend an average of $280,000 on health care costs. At a time when many people’s retirement savings are falling short, this news may come...
Eight Employee Benefit Trends to Watch in 2019
As we start 2019, a low unemployment rate means that employers are competing for top talent, and benefits are more important than ever. As a TPA, how can you help clients stay competitive? As an employer, how can you stand out? Below are eight trends to keep top of...
Benefits Administration: Why Professionalism Seriously Matters
We all know that good benefits administration is important for attracting and retaining great talent. That’s the fun side of why you do your job. Here’s the serious side: If you administer a group health plan, you bear fiduciary responsibility. Failing to fulfill your...
The Dos and Don’ts of Denying COBRA When an Employee is Fired for Cause
COBRA benefits can be denied to employees who are fired for gross negligence. However, to avoid legal challenges, it’s important to ensure that your termination qualifies, and to follow protocols carefully. DO understand what qualifies as gross negligence. The...
Association Health Plans and COBRA Administration
Under federal regulations, employers with 20 or more employers are subject to COBRA requirements. This is nothing new – COBRA has been around since 1985. What is new, however, is the question being raised by new a new law that makes it easier for small employers to...
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