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October 9, 2020

Welcome to the MI E-Benefits Blog!

If only we could turn back the calendar 60 days to a near-record stock market, strong economy, and with our...
October 9, 2020

Open Enrollment in a Virtual World

The employer-sponsored health plan renewal process is one filled with challenges at virtually every turn, from price...
August 11, 2021

Who Needs Life Insurance?

Not everyone needs life insurance. For example, you may not need life insurance if you’re single and financially independent...
August 11, 2021

Are You Ready for Open Enrollment?

Renewal season for your insurance benefits is just around the corner. Is your company ready for open enrollment? We...
July 12, 2021

Do My Medicare Benefits Cover My Spouse?

Anyone born after 1929 will need at least 40 work credits to be eligible for Medicare benefits. Since you can earn up to...
July 12, 2021

10 Group Health Insurance Terms You Should Know

Health insurance can be intimidating, especially if you’re worried about an injury or illness. That’s why we want to make...
June 9, 2021

How to Bring Back Remote Employees During the Pandemic

Returning to the office is not the same as returning to a pre-pandemic sense of “normal.” A lot has changed since the...
June 8, 2021

3 HR Mistakes to Avoid During Open Enrollment

If you work in Human Resources (HR), you know that you carry a big responsibility for your team. Everyone is counting...
May 4, 2021

When Am I Eligible for Medicare?

Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people who are age 65 or older. But you may enroll in Medicare...
May 4, 2021

10 Reasons to Register Online With Your Insurance Carrier

Have you gotten a chance to register online with your insurance carrier? If not, you could be missing out on tools...
April 13, 2021

Shopping for Life Insurance? Here’s What the Pandemic Changed.

Wondering if you should get group life insurance for your business? You’re not alone. The COVID-19 pandemic has...
April 13, 2021

How Will COVID-19 Affect Group Health Insurance?

A pandemic is the worst time to lose your group health insurance. But that’s exactly what happened for many...
March 2, 2021

How to Train Remote Employees

Your new hires need to feel supported throughout the training process. That way, they'll feel confident in their...
March 2, 2021

How to Improve Your Mental Health While Working From Home

Working from home may seem like a dream come true. But many employees struggle with loneliness, isolation, and...
February 5, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccines: What You Should Know

Doses of the first COVID-19 vaccines were administered Dec. 14, 2020, kicking off a massive effort during 2021...
February 5, 2021

How Does ACA Reporting Affect My Business?

ACA stands for the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. President Barack Obama signed the act into law...
February 5, 2021

Common Pain Points During Open Enrollment

There's no question that the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the workforce as we know it. As a result, it's become...
January 8, 2021

What are the Different Types of Disability Insurance?

Shopping for disability insurance? As a group insurance brokerage company, we understand that disability can be...
January 8, 2021

How to Design an Employee Benefits Program

Designing an employee benefits program can be intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be! Our online insurance...
December 21, 2020

What Benefits Do Employees Want the Most?

Looking to hire new talent? A competitive benefits package will help you attract qualified candidates. According...
December 21, 2020

Should You Offer Employee Group Benefits?

Does your company have a high turnover rate? Are you losing talent to your competitors? If so, it may be time to...
November 24, 2020

10 Most Common Types of Employee Benefits

Aren’t sure what types of employee benefits to offer your team? As a group insurance brokerage firm, we completely...
November 24, 2020

We’re Virtual! Here’s How Our Insurance Brokers Are Serving You

As insurance brokers, it’s our job to help clients prepare for the unexpected. But no one could have anticipated...
October 9, 2020

Preparing for Flu Season During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Each year, the seasonal flu has a marked impact on businesses and employers, causing...
October 9, 2020

Easing Employee Stress Surrounding Benefits During Uncertain Times

Employers are responsible for educating their employees about the health coverage options they offer. Now, amid massive uncertainty...
October 9, 2020

Cold, Flu, or COVID-19?

The common cold, flu, and COVID-19 are all caused by viruses that affect your respiratory system, and...
October 9, 2020

10 Tips to Maximize Productivity While Working Remotely

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the stigma associated with working remotely has disappeared. And, as the...
October 9, 2020

8 Tips for a Successful Open Enrollment During COVID-19

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has highlighted the importance of health care benefits. Its impact has led to...
May 19, 2020

IRS Temporarily Relaxes Section 125 Rules

Notice 2020-29 allows employers to adopt one or more changes to existing cafeteria plans for the 2020 plan year...