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Navigating the ins and outs of retirement accounts

Planning for retirement can help ensure your golden years live up to their name. Here are the accounts and terms you need to know to stay on top of it.

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What to know about HSAs and FSAs

As you’re picking benefits, you might have to choose between putting money in an HSA, an FSA, or both. Here's what you need to know to make the right call.

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How to shop around for medical services

Shopping around isn’t just about saving money – it's about feeling in control of your healthcare decisions. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you start searching. 

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How to manage mental health care costs

Mental health care is essential for our overall well-being, but let's be honest: it can be pricey. Let's look at a few ways to manage costs without breaking the bank.

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How financial wellness can impact your mental health

Recognizing the link between your financial wellness and mental health is key to understanding ways to improve both areas of your life.

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Finish the year strong with these financial wellness resources

How an end-of-year check-in on your benefits can help you take full advantage of potential money-saving perks.

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Why healthcare costs are rising and how your benefits can help

Healthcare costs are consistently rising, and the US sits at the top of overall spending. Let's talk about why.

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How to use your benefits to improve your financial wellbeing

Whether you’re paying student loans, saving up for a home, or pondering retirement, your employer may have tools to help you meet your goals.

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How to update your benefits when you have a qualifying life event

A qualifying life event (QLE) is a big life change that allows you to make off-cycle changes to your benefits coverage. Here's how it usually works.

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The power of tax-advantaged accounts

Tax-advantaged accounts allow you to save money AND put it to work for you via unique tax benefits. Here are 3 types of accounts your employer may provide.

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Invest in your financial wellness

Whether you’ve been saving since preschool or just learned what an IRA is, it’s never too late to plan for your future. Here are a few benefits that can help.

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How to shop for affordable prescriptions

Modern medicine is great, but it’s not cheap. Here are a few cost-effective tips and tricks that can help you knock down the price tag on your prescription drugs.

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6 ways to save on medical care

From tax-advantaged accounts like HSAs and FSAs to saving at the pharmacy, here are six ways your benefits may be able to help you save. 

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What is healthcare equity?

We all come from different backgrounds, deal with different stressors, and need different levels of care and support to be our healthiest selves.

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Level up with in-network providers

Wondering how to start your in-network search, what the benefits are, or what happens when a provider is out-of-network? Let's break it down.

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How to use your benefits to support your mental health

Your mental health matters. If you’re worried about affording care, making time for sessions, or finding a provider in your network, help is available.

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How to use Employee Assistance Programs

EAPs are often free and include things like mental health support, familial aid, and financial counseling services. Let's take a closer look at how they work.

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Getting started with preventive care 

How proactive health care usage can help you save you time, effort, and money in the long run.

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Get help from anywhere with telehealth

Telehealth makes it possible for you to consult a doctor from the comfort of your bed. Here’s how it works and what an appointment might look like.

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7 tips for using your benefits to support your health

Your benefits package has a lot to offer — maybe even more than you think. Get more bang for your buck by understanding how to use your complete benefits package. 

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Navigating the ins and outs of retirement accounts

Planning for retirement can help ensure your golden years live up to their name. Here are the accounts and terms you need to know to stay on top of it.

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