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  Fall is almost here, which means not only the much-anticipated start of pumpkin season but also the arrival...

  Did you know that sunscreen can be paid for using pre-tax dollars? Surprising, right? But it’s true! And...

  Paid Leave Oregon is a relatively new initiative that guarantees Oregon employees the time and assistance they need...

  Have you been putting off that annual physical or overdue cancer screening because you aren’t sure if it’s...

  In today’s rapidly changing healthcare landscape, characterized by soaring costs, employers and employees are constantly in search of...

The way we go about our daily lives is changing almost every day due to Coronavirus. The pandemic has...

Believe it or not, getting your company up and running is the easy part when compared to finding the...

Managing your own law firm while still practicing can easily overwhelm even the most talented delegator. Supplementing some of...

Within the realm of small business, the social infrastructure between business owners and partners is dependent upon trust. Insurance...

When we think of emergency response teams, critical care air transport is not the first service to come to...

As a small business owner, you have to consider all the different components that make up a successful business....

Offering maternity benefits to your employees can go a long way to engender employee trust and loyalty. For a...

People who exercise regularly are more productive at work. Common office plagues are offset by a healthy lifestyle. This...

In the last month, we’ve already started to see a few sunny days and more are sure to come!...

Medical coverage is usually dependent on your job, family or residence. Because of this, having health insurance during a...

Homeowner’s insurance is one of those things that homeowners hope they’ll never have to take advantage of. That’s why...

Small businesses all around Oregon may be eligible to receive a tax credit while providing excellent health insurance to...

Let’s face it, the holidays are fun, magical and… stressful! From the Starbucks red cup controversy to the HUGE...

The open enrollment period is here for 2016 health insurance coverage. Because the Affordable Care Act is still relatively...

There are many different kinds of insurance and each covers a variety of health problems. Vision is just one...

Fall is in full swing here in Portland! The temperatures are cooling down and we are (finally) getting some...

Statistics show that only 49% of Americans have life insurance. This is a significant drop from the 72% of...

It can be hard to pick the right insurance plan for your circumstances. We don’t know what will happen...

Many people have to drag themselves to work every single day. Sometimes it’s the drudgery of the job, or...

According to The American Institute of Stress, stress in the workplace is extremely high among American adults. Stress can...

It can be difficult to make the right decision when it comes to retirement planning. There are 401(k) plans...

There are many benefits to medical insurance. Unfortunately, most medical plans do not cover dental. Routine teeth cleaning and...

With tax season over, your first impulse may be to sit back and relax until next year. However, there...

COBRA is not nearly as scary as the snake it might make you think of. COBRA stands for Consolidated...

We have a number of insurance options available here at IBG. One such option an employer can choose to...

Working at an office often requires intense concentration while one sits at a computer as they talk on the...

Health care in the workplace continues to be an important issue for small businesses. Taking this into consideration, the...

Are you keeping your workforce happy and productive? There are many ways to compensate employees for doing a great...

Getting affordable coverage usually starts with selecting one insurance company that you trust. As you review all the options...

A health savings account is a popular type of medical reimbursement plan that combines the benefits of both a...

Recent studies have shown that even incorporating moderate physical activity, balanced nutrition, and adequate sleep can help you reap...

Among the millions of individual expected to buy health insurance through the Marketplace are sole proprietors. Under the Affordable...

Many business owners today are looking for affordable health insurance. If you are one of them, you can learn...

As a small business owner, you have to follow many regulations and ensure full compliance to avoid costly penalties...

Unscrupulous sellers of bogus health plans and those gathering contact information for non-existent health ID cards, have pocketed millions...

Good health is priceless. For small business owners, employee wellness should be a priority. Whether you have fewer or...

Did you know that your coverage may affect your taxes? When filing your federal income taxes, here’s what you...

Filing taxes can be overwhelming for small business owners. If you still haven’t filed your tax returns this year,...

Healthcare costs have been rising each year. A sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy eating habits are just some of the...

Most people need medical care at some point and having a health plan means one less thing to worry...

Many small businesses have found healthcare costs expensive and reducing their spending can be a challenge.  According to the...

In a Gallup survey, the obesity rates in the U.S. reached 27.7 percent. As a small business owner, you...

Under the Affordable Care Act, all plans offered the Marketplace must provide a set of essential health benefits including...

Employers offering a full-insured small group health plan are affected by the changes and coverage requirements of the Affordable...

As you begin planning for health benefits this year, there are important things every small business and HR professional...

Under the Affordable Care Act, small business owners with fewer than 50 full-time equivalent employees are not subject to...

Thanksgiving is one of the hardest times of the year to eat healthy. With all the abundant food choices...

November is American Diabetes Month, a time to bring greater awareness and attention to issues surrounding this condition. If...

Halloween is a fun holiday for everyone. But sometimes, the excitement shifts the focus away from potential hazards. You...

At some point, you’ve been battling with sickness or trying to prevent it. In between the endless wait, sitting...

Anyone can be a victim of sexual and domestic violence, but survey found that women are more likely to...

With Breast Cancer Awareness Month getting under way this week, it’s a good time to share the preventive services...

It seems like President Barack Obama’s controversial health care reform law has been fodder for Republican swipes and grievances...