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How to Understand an Insurance Policy

September 12, 2019

Most people would rather go to the dentist than try to read an insurance policy. Like most things that seem intimidating at first, though, when you break it down, it makes a lot more sense. There... Read more »

Your Hurricane Survival Checklist

September 10, 2019

Already responsible for an estimated $1.5 to $3 billion of property damage in the Caribbean, once Category 5 hurricane, now post-tropical cyclone Dorian has caused damage spanning from the Bahamas,... Read more »

10 Tips for Reducing Cyber Liability Threats

September 9, 2019

These 10 steps will help safeguard you from threats posed by a potential cyber attack. Want more tips and tricks? Simply reach out to info@aleragroup.com to get connected with a cyber... Read more »

The Confusing World of Cannabis Regulation and Insurance

September 6, 2019

Although 33 states and the District of Columbia passed laws legalizing marijuana in some form, don’t assume your group health insurance covers the use of medical marijuana (cannabis) or CBD... Read more »

Technology’s Growing Importance in Providing Quality Health Care

September 3, 2019

Whenever you sign up for a new group health care benefit plan for your company or receive communications from your insurance carrier about new benefits, there’s a good chance the insurer is... Read more »

A Retirement Plan for Hard-to-Replace Employees 

August 26, 2019

It’s often difficult for highly compensated executives to save enough money in a traditional 401(k) plan to maintain their current living standards. Fortunately, companies can offer highly... Read more »

529 Savings Plans: An Easy Way to Help Bring College Within Reach

August 21, 2019

Many parents start saving for college as soon as their children are born. It’s little wonder. Tuition plus room and board costs put college out of reach for many high school graduates. The... Read more »

Tackling Obesity in the Workplace

August 12, 2019

Employers can help control their health care coverage costs and improve employees’ care by addressing a key lifestyle risk — obesity. Obesity is a sensitive topic, but is one that... Read more »

What You Need to Know About the Growing Popularity of Home-Based Care

August 5, 2019

The need for home health care aids is expected to increase more than 1.3 million by 2020. By 2020, aging Baby Boomers will make up one-third of the U.S. population and one-quarter of workers will... Read more »

A Plan Sponsor’s Cyber Security Responsibilities

August 2, 2019

Cybersecurity insurance can help protect you and your workers’ health and retirement benefit plans. Group health and retirement benefit plan administrators keep personal information such as... Read more »