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Explore the BASIC blog to read about important HR news and other Human Resources topics including regulatory updates, employee benefits discussion, employer tips, and so much more.


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how does FMLA intermittent leave work
December 14, 2022/by Simon Carlson

How Does FMLA Intermittent Leave Work?

September 26, 2022/by Linda Chanthaboune

Enhance Your Employee Benefits Package By Adding a Consumer Driven Account (CDA) by BASIC

burnout
July 20, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 2

when does FMLA start
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

When Does FMLA Start? Pro-tips for Employers to Avoid Lawsuits and Penalties

employee burnout
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 1

difference between hra and fsa
August 23, 2021/by Simon Carlson

What’s the Difference Between HRA and FSA?

paid leave credit
August 10, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Paid Leave Credit for Providing Leave Related to COVID-19 Vaccine – IRS Update for Employers

June 11, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Webinar – 1.0 HRCI & SHRM: COBRA Compliance and ARPA Regulations

irs guidance on cobra
June 8, 2021/by Simon Carlson

New IRS Guidance on COBRA Premium Subsidy

May 20, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Treasury Releases Much Anticipated COBRA Direction

September 26, 2022/by Linda Chanthaboune

Enhance Your Employee Benefits Package By Adding a Consumer Driven Account (CDA) by BASIC

DATE: Wed, Nov 02, 2022 TIME: 2:00pm EDT to 2:45 pm EDT Register…
burnout
July 20, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 2

employee burnout
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

Employee Burnout: What Does It Look Like and What to Do – Part 1

custom employee benefits
April 22, 2022/by Simon Carlson

What Benefits Do Employees Actually Want? Custom Employee Benefits Can Help

employee fringe benefits
November 18, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Employee Fringe Benefits Could Set You Apart in the Hiring Landscape

how does FMLA intermittent leave work
December 14, 2022/by Simon Carlson

How Does FMLA Intermittent Leave Work?

when does FMLA start
June 21, 2022/by Simon Carlson

When Does FMLA Start? Pro-tips for Employers to Avoid Lawsuits and Penalties

fmla requirements
April 20, 2021/by Simon Carlson

FMLA Requirements Under the ARPA of 2021

ffcra benefits
December 28, 2020/by Simon Carlson

BASIC Alert: FFCRA Update

how does FMLA intermittent leave work
October 14, 2020/by Simon Carlson

How Does FMLA Intermittent Leave Work?

April 30, 2021/by Simon Carlson

Proposed Federal Paid Leave – American Families Plan

President Biden's American Family Plan would offer 12 weeks of…
flex plan
March 31, 2021/by Simon Carlson

FSA Plan Provisions & Clarifications in January Stimulus Bill

cfra
December 21, 2020/by Simon Carlson

BASIC Alert: Changes to CFRA Effective 1/1/21

form 5500 filing deadline
April 23, 2020/by Simon Carlson

Certain Form 5500 Filing Deadline Extensions Granted by IRS

cares act faq
April 10, 2020/by Simon Carlson

CARES Act FAQ: Over-The-Counter Drugs & Medicines


FMLA training vs FMLA admin vendor

FMLA Training vs. FMLA Administration Vendor: Which is better?

December 18, 2023
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#Compliance #DOL #Employer Tips #FMLA #leavemanagement #Outsourcing
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benefits to offer employees

Benefits to Offer Employees: Don’t Overlook an HRA!

November 20, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #HRA
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outsourced aca compliance

Outsourced ACA Compliance Can Help You Avoid Problems Like These

November 20, 2023
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#ACA #ACARegulations #affordablecareact #BASIC HR Solutions
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manage benefits

BASIC Consumer Driven Accounts (CDA) Continues to Deliver On Its Promise

November 10, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #COBRA #Employee Engagement #Employer Tips #FSA #HRA #HSA
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2021 ACA Reporting Deadline

2024 Employee Contribution and Benefit Limits

November 9, 2023
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) today announced the annual…
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#BASIC News #Benefits #FSA #HSA #IRS
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aca affordability percentage

Affordable Care Act (ACA) Affordability Percentage Lowered to 8.39%

October 26, 2023
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#ACA #ACARegulations #affordablecareact #BASIC HR Solutions #Compliance
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health savings accounts

The Untapped Potential of Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

October 26, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #Employee Engagement #HSA
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section 125 plans

There's More to Section 125 Plans Than the Standard Medical FSA

October 26, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #Employee Engagement #Employer Tips #FSA
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home office stipend

Home Office Stipends: With Remote Work Trending Up, Will They Become More Common?

September 25, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #Employee Engagement #Employer Tips
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employee education reimbursement

Employee Education Reimbursement Plans Help Employers Too!

September 25, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #Employee Engagement #Employer Tips
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cobra administrator can alleviate stress

Do you have a COBRA Administrator? Here’s why you should consider one…

September 25, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #COBRA #COBRA Mistakes #commonmistakes #Compliance #Employer Tips
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hr webinar

Health Savings Accounts: What's Happening Now and What's Next?

September 14, 2023
DATE: Thu, Nov 09, 2023 TIME: 2:00pm EDT to 3:00pm EDT Register…
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #HSA #Webinar
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millennial workers

Pets and Millennials Go Together. So, Millennial Workers Will Go Where Pet Benefits Are Offered

August 23, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #Employee Engagement
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when is it time to outsource payroll

When Is It Time to Outsource Payroll?

August 23, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #BASIC Payroll #Compliance #Employer Tips #Payroll
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is it hard to offer an fsa

Is It Hard to Offer an FSA to Your Employees? (Spoiler – It’s Not!)

August 23, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #Compliance #Employer Tips #FSA
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1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Compliant Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plans

July 27, 2023
DATE: Tue, Sep 12, 2023 TIME: 2:00pm EDT to 3:30pm EDT Register…
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#BASIC HR Solutions #FSA #IRS Regulations #Webinar
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how long does fmla last

How Long Does FMLA Last? Employer Quick Tips to Stay Compliant

July 24, 2023
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#Compliance #DOL #Employer Tips #FMLA #leavemanagement #Outsourcing
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A COBRA Administration Partner Can Help You Avoid Lawsuits Like These!

July 24, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #COBRA #COBRA Mistakes #DOL #Employer Tips #Outsourcing
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2023 hsa limits

2024 HSA Limits: Cost-of-Living Adjustments Released by IRS

July 6, 2023
2024 HSA Limits The IRS has issued Revenue Procedure 2023-23…
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#HSA #IRS #IRS Regulations
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education reimbursement program

How an Education Reimbursement Program Could Boost Your Business

June 27, 2023
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#BASIC HR Solutions #Benefits #Employee Engagement #Employer Tips
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