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| Interested in Learning More About HSAs? |
| Health savings accounts (HSAs) have entered the spotlight for their triple-tax-advantaged status and flexibility as both a short-term and long-term savings vehicle. To help employees understand the accounts’ benefits, it is important for employers and financial professionals to understand the benefits themselves. We are pleased to launch a one-day conference—Tuesday, October 2 in New York City—focused on offering insights to all of those working with HSAs or wondering how to offer them. Topics to be discussed include: current and proposed laws and regulations for HSAs; how HSAs operate; best practices in HSA provider selection and ongoing administration; and how investing HSA assets can increase the potential for long-term savings. Register today!Read more > |
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| Benefits & Administration |
| Examining the Root Causes of Financial Stress |
| Two in three retirement plan participants indicate they have moderate to very high levels of financial stress, with one in five Americans report feeling “high” to “very high” financial stress levels, according to recent client polling conducted by OneAmerica. Marsha Whitehead, OneAmerica vice president of enterprise marketing, explains how evaluating top financial concerns provides great insight into the root causes of financial stress.Read more > |
| August DB Funded Status Remains Level at 91% |
| The estimated aggregate funding level of pension plans sponsored by Standard & Poor’s (S&P) 1500 companies remained level at 91% in August, as a result of an increase in equity markets that was offset by a decrease in discount rates, according to Mercer. As of August 31, the estimated aggregate deficit of $192 billion decreased by $1 billion, as compared with the $193 billion measured at the end of July.Read more > |
