February 2012

Health Plan Automatic Enrollment Rules Delayed

Monday, February 13, 2012

The Department of Labor (DOL) has issued Technical Release No. 2012-01 which, among other things, has further delayed the implementation of the automatic enrollment requirements contained in the Affordable Care Act (ACA). According to the release, the health plan automatic ...

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Identity Theft: What you can do to keep your information private

Friday, February 10, 2012

“Every 79 seconds, a thief steals someone’s identity, opens accounts in the victim’s name and goes on a buying spree.” – CBSnews.com “Experts report that a victim can spend anywhere from six months ...

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Homeowner’s Insurance Goes Green

Friday, February 10, 2012

Green is everywhere these days, from our cleaning products to the local car wash operation. The residential construction industry, with a renewed focus on energy efficiency and eco-friendly materials, is one of the leaders in green innovation. In response, several ...

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Final Summary of Benefits and Coverage Regulations Released

Friday, February 10, 2012

The IRS, Department of Labor, and Health and Human Services (the agencies) have released final regulations regarding the Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) requirements contained in the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The agencies had previously released proposed regulations in ...

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State of the Insurance Marketplace: Construction

Thursday, February 09, 2012

5 Considerations for Keeping Your Costs Down* Wind direction is changing! Property Casualty (P&C) insurance rates are beginning to trend upward. This trend, known as a ‘firming marketplace,’ began in the fourth quarter of 2011, and it is ...

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