The employee benefits landscape is shifting and organizations that stay ahead of these changes will have a competitive edge in attracting and retaining top talent. With workforce expectations evolving around healthcare, family support and financial wellness, understanding the latest trends is more critical than ever. Here’s a preview of the five key trends shaping employee benefits in 2025.  [Give Me the Full Report]   Five key 2025 trends shaping employee benefits  1. Regulatory changes on the horizon  The new administration in Washington could bring significant shifts in healthcare policies, from Affordable Care Act subsidies to Medicare and Medicaid adjustments. Employers must be prepared for potential impacts on benefits structures.  2. Rising healthcare costs and plan adjustments  With costs projected to increase by 7% to 8%, many employers are considering plan redesigns, including higher deductibles and cost-sharing models. Understanding these shifts ...

In the fast-paced world of human resources, staying updated on the latest regulations and compliance requirements is crucial. The end of the year is a particularly busy for HR professionals and benefits administrators.  The IRS annually adjusts employee benefit plan limits for inflation, so employers need to update their plans accordingly. This blog post will guide you through the employee benefit plan limits for 2025 and offer a comprehensive year-end checklist to ensure compliance and preparedness. We also provide two downloadable resources to support your work:   2025 Employee benefits plan limits reference sheet.   2024 Year-end compliance checklist.   Comparing 2024 and 2025 limits  It's helpful to compare the benefit plan limits for 2024 and 2025 to understand the changes and prepare for the upcoming year.  [Download the full employee benefit plan limits for 2025]   Chart of inflation-adjusted limits: This comprehensive chart compares the 20...