I turned 65 in April, but I’m still working and covered by my employer’s health plan. I was told not to enroll in Medicare, but now I’m worried I made a wrong choice. What should I do?
I turned 65 in April 2025, and I’m still working with my employer’s high deductible health plan. I reached out to Medicare for guidance on enrollment, and they advised me against signing up for Part A for now, even though it’s free. They also suggested I shouldn’t enroll in Part B or D, mentioning that […]
A quarter of employees anticipate that their employers will offer financial advice
Many Americans are finding it increasingly difficult to make ends meet lately, largely because the dollar isn’t keeping pace as it used to. A report by PNC, a major financial services firm in the U.S., indicates that 68% of workers are experiencing financial stress, with 67% living paycheck to paycheck. While private sector salaries saw […]
Workers in uncertainty as employers neglect to pay EPF contributions
Workers Left in the Dark About EPF Contributions Sufia Saidi, 35, who previously worked in administration at a private company, discovered a troubling issue regarding her pay slips. For over a year, they indicated regular deductions for the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), yet those funds never made it to her EPF account. “I found out […]
Employers might provide bonuses to couples who marry under an Ohio bill designed to encourage marriage.
Columbus, Ohio – Lawmakers in Ohio have put forward a bill aimed at providing tax credits to businesses that offer financial bonuses to married employees, framing this move as a way to support family structures. The legislation, known as House Bill 342 or the “Marriage Act,” would allow companies to receive refundable tax credits up […]
The Difference in Retirement Benefits Between US Employers and Their Employees
Disparities in Retirement Preparedness A recent report reveals a significant difference in how U.S. employers and workers perceive retirement readiness. According to the Annual Financial Wellness survey from PNC Bank, while 78% of employers think their workers are prepared to retire, only 45% of employees agree. This discrepancy points to a larger trend in the […]
Our immigration regulations allow employers to pretend they’re not aware.
Earlier this summer, President Trump’s Agriculture Secretary, Brooke Rollins, made a bold statement about wanting a “100% American Workforce.” She emphasized that the president is serious about deporting everyone who is in the country illegally. Now, from the perspective of the Department of Homeland Security, hiring someone without a background check might seem straightforward. Just […]
Trump Pressures Employers To Address Illegal Workers
Increased Immigration Enforcement Affects U.S. Employers The Trump administration’s boost in immigration enforcement is prompting U.S. companies to rethink the employment of undocumented workers. Federal laws have been in place since 1986, requiring employers to use Form I-9 to confirm the identity and work authorization of new hires. After a period of lax oversight, the […]
Trump Administration Takes Strict Action Against Employers Hiring Unauthorized Workers in Arizona
Federal Charges Filed Against Phoenix Area Employer for Hiring Undocumented Workers Prosecutors in Arizona have brought federal charges against a Phoenix-area employer for allegedly hiring undocumented workers. The owner, Blademir Angulo Audeves, a 42-year-old Mexican national, faces accusations of illegally possessing a firearm while being in the U.S. unlawfully. On July 8, Angulo was arrested […]
Who benefits the most from Medicaid? Employers such as Walmart and Amazon, many of whose employees depend on the program.
With the Republican-led House and Senate pushing through budget bills, there’s been quite a bit of talk—often perhaps hypocritical—about “healthy” Americans who benefit from Medicaid and food stamps. Yet, what’s often overlooked is that it’s actually companies, deemed “healthy,” that rely on these programs for years, evading their responsibility to pay workers a living wage. […]
More employers are using ICHRAs to provide funds for employees to purchase their own health insurance.
Some employers are shifting their approach to health insurance, allowing workers to decide on their own coverage. Instead of providing traditional health plans, they’re offering funds for employees to buy their own insurance through what’s known as individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements (ICHRA). Proponents argue that this method can benefit small businesses that struggle to […]