Keywords: Form 1095-B, medical coverage, national health insurance, medical plans Changes To Form 1095-B – What You Need To Know Form 1095-B, issued to individuals by insurers to
Insurers, self-insuring employers, large employers, and other coverage providers are required to e-file Form 1095-B and Form 1095-C by April 1, 2019. With tax season in full effect, it
The time has come for employers to handle their annual and quarterly business tax filing requirements by the upcoming January 31 deadline. IRS 1099 & W-2 Tax Deadline: Midnight, January 31st,
Months after litigation in Texas vs. The United States began, America has an answer to “Is Obamacare unconstitutional?” and that answer, announced on Friday, Dec. 14th, is yes.
Receiving a Letter 226J from the IRS typically comes emotions resembling shock or concern. Due to the complexity of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (known by
The IRS made an announcement earlier this week that completely changes the ACA reporting requirements 2018: The deadline changed. That’s right, your ACA reporting as a completely new
Now that the dust is starting to settle from the results of the 2018 midterm elections, projections for what the 116th Congress could mean for key legislation is
There is a lot more to corporate compliance than filing your taxes on time. And while this compliance guide is far from comprehensive, making sure these aspects are
Obamacare 2019 premiums are finally falling. CNN reports that the drop in the insurance premium is the first since 2014, when the Affordable Care Act exchanges opened. The
There are many factors that come into play while achieving business success. Early mornings. Late nights. Dedication. Sacrifice. Most successful businesses require each of these, along with listening skills
Employees with disabilities may require the assistance of therapy dogs or service dogs in the workplace to assist them in completing daily tasks. As an employer, you must
Between a new legal battle with the Wisconsin justice department (WI DOJ) and a finally perceptible market stabilization, Obamacare is back in the headlines. While lawsuits are at
Medical treatment and its costly expense have left many Americans frustrated and in medical debt. Acknowledging the ever-growing need for medical bill assistance, a bipartisan group of the
A large portion of the population is aging out of private health care and into Medicare coverage, and with that shift comes a growing enrollment in Medicare Advantage
Studies show that employees that work from home tend to save employers money, have increased productivity, and give most employees the flexibility that they desire. As with any
With industry leaders starting to offer competitive employee benefits ––paid parental leave chief among them––this is your chance to get ahead of the curve. Paid parental leave is
Last week, Texas vs. The United States, the court case centered around the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act, hit the courtroom. The first thing to be decided
Current broker insights project the health insurance market is set to become volatile as higher-income Americans react to increased ACA plan premiums. The Center on Health Insurance Reforms
You can only build so much of a coworker relationship out of water-cooler conversation and meetings, but in order to function its best your team needs to, well,
Losing a good employee, regardless of the circumstances, is never easy. You feel blindsided, caught off-guard, and confused. You’re juggling all of these feelings while trying to determine
The hiring process is a lengthy and tedious journey to say the very least. From the initial meetings to their first day, the application and recruiting process is
Have you ever felt overwhelmed at work? Intense pressure from your coworkers and/or boss? Feels like no one cares or acknowledges how hard you work? Chances are you
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) is complicated. The ACA penalty process being initiated by the IRS is no exception. Employers receiving notifications (IRS letter 226-J)
This time last year we were all watching anxiously as Washington discussed the possible “repeal and replace” of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). No matter what side of
Summer is here, the change of season brings several human resource related challenges unique to this time of year. The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and
Suicide. It is an unbelievably sad and tragic event that has impacted hundreds of thousands of friends, families, and colleagues across the United States. In the wake of
When you welcome a new team member on you may see two words floating around: Tax exempt and nonexempt. Isn’t exempt just another word for “excused?” If so,
Human Resource team meetings are essential, but often the attendees are unengaged and unable to deliver any useful input. Team meetings are already notorious for being boring, and
As a human resources professional, you understand the value of employee onboarding. From better job performance to higher retention the benefits of onboarding are quantifiable. Failing to properly
Becuase of the widespread interest concerning the Affordable Care Act (ACA), one would think that most American would be well informed about its current state. So is Obamacare
If you filed for an automatic 30-day extension for your ACA reporting your time is officially up. Today is the ACA reporting deadline if you filed an extension
If you filed Form 8809 to extend your Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting deadline here’s your friendly reminder that your new and extended deadline is coming up soon!
There’s always something to be learned from the first quarter to help you transition to the next. April marks two important milestones for human resources and business owners:
The IRS website malfunctioned yesterday causing issues for millions of tax filers across the nation. The estimated 5 million taxpayers who waited to file their income tax returns
One of the most dreaded days of the calendar year for many Americans is here! That’s right, the deadline for filing your income tax return is tomorrow April
The first quarter filing deadline for Form 941 is Monday, April 30th! Today we will look at the different variations of Form 941, the Employer’s Federal Quarterly Tax
It should go without saying that building an attractive PTO or leave policy for your business is super important. Paid time off is a benefit that not only
It is officially spring and summer is right around the corner! After months of winter coldness, your employees are gearing up for their long-awaited vacations. It is
Employee terminations are rough no matter the size of your team. But, the difficulties do not stop with the employee leaving. Now you must manage the concerns of
Following the passage of President Trump’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the IRS has finally released the much anticipated new W-4 Forms and withholding calculator. However, please note
The importance of well-kept employee records stretches far beyond the possible legal ramifications. Accurate employee records can help HR departments identify skill gaps and recruit ideal staff members.
Big data, along with its three key features of volume, velocity, and variety, is considered the foundation of modern analytical systems. As of 2013, 91% of America’s top
When you welcome a new team member on you may see two words floating around: Tax exempt and nonexempt. Isn’t exempt just another word for “excused?” If so,
Today is the ACA filing deadline for recipient copies. All Applicable Large Employers and Third Party Administrators must mail their ACA information returns to eligible employees by today
Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) and Third Party Administrators (TPAs) it’s time to mail your employee 1095 Forms! If you are required to file an Affordable Care Act return
Today is the last day to paper file your ACA Forms! That’s right, your Affordable Care Act Form 1094 and 1095 reporting information for the tax year 2017
The longevity of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has likely created a certain level of uncertainty in your organization over past year. There have been several significant changes
There has been slight movement in the Texas v. United States case launched over the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act since the repeal of the Individual Mandate.
As a business owner or HR professional, Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting is complicated enough. But, understanding the codes does not have to be with our last-minute guide
The year-end filing deadline for employers is here, the Affordable Care Act still stands, and the IRS is standing by to fully enforce the Employer Mandate. This means
Following the repeal of the Individual Mandate President Donald Trump announced: “Obamacare is being repealed.” However, this is not exactly correct, although some are worried about the repercussions
Is Obamacare Gone? Because of the widespread interest concerning the Affordable Care Act (ACA), one would think that most Americans would be well informed about its current
One of the most important aspects of Form 1095-C is knowing how to indicate data about the coverage offered to employees. To do this your business will need
Idaho Obamacare On February 13th, 2018, Blue Cross of Idaho officially filed five individual market plans that do not comply with laws set by the Affordable Care Act
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has undergone several significant changes since the law was enacted in 2010. Many of these key updates include design changes, wellness program
The longevity of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has likely created a level of uncertainty within your organization over the last year. However, as negotiations continue to unfold
With another year gone the Affordable Care Act(ACA) remains intact meaning another round of reporting is upon us. With thousands of ACA Forms filed, we have learned a
As a human resources professional, you are well aware of the slew of government reports your business must file in order to stay compliant. Since we have established
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) is complex. The ACA penalty process being initiated by the IRS is no exception. Employers receiving notifications (Letter 226J) must
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), unofficially referred to as Obamacare, is a US health reform law that was passed under President Barack Obama’s administration in
While a lot is up in the air with the Affordable Care Act employers are left asking about their filing responsibilities. While Washington officials continue to debate plans
President Trump gave his first State of the Union Address on Tuesday and mention the Obama era Affordable Care Act by stating “the individual mandate is now gone.”
Most individuals must carry qualifying health insurance or pay a substantial penalty for the months they do not. However, if you are eligible for a health coverage exemption,
The goal of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is to help reduce the number of uninsured individuals in the United States and encourage employer health care benefits. But
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) has affected employers who employ part-time employees in several ways. The most significant impact is ACA’s definition of full-time employment.
As a Human Resources professional, you are well aware of the slew of government reports your business must file. Starting this tax season you will need to file
Are you ready to file your Affordable Care Act (ACA) forms? If any Applicable Large Employers or Third Party Administrators fail to meet their obligations for offering health
As you know, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) prohibits health insurers from denying individuals coverage based on pre-existing conditions or family histories. However, this was a major concern
Thursday the IRS released Notice 1036 updating the income-tax withholding tables. This is the result of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted in December. The 2018 withholding tables
While the individual mandate will be going away soon, we are all still required to file those forms this year. To clarify, despite the various changes to the
Despite the uncertain future of the Affordable Care Act Applicable Large Employers and Third Party Administrators should continue to finalize their 2018 ACA Forms. As you start to
Even if you have an in-house accountant, tax season can be a nightmare for any business. When you’re ready to outsource your tax compliance, you need to find
Many businesses preparing to meet ACA regulations and standards are confused over their filing requirements as a result of recent developments. Here’s how the recent news will affect
Does the repeal of the Affordable Care Act individual mandate have you confused? Many employers are confused over their filing requirements and what they need to e-file ACA
The Affordable Care Act required most Americans to carry health insurance or pay a hefty tax penalty. For most the open enrollment period has already passed meaning,
While the future of the Affordable Care Act continues to be shrouded in uncertainty, ACA reporting for the 2017 tax year is still alive and well. Applicable Large
Tomorrow is the last day to sign-up for open enrollment healthcare. If your employees need to sign-up for individual or employee health insurance plan now is the time.
If your business has recently grown, you might find yourself preparing to meet ACA regulations and standards. Despite the efforts of current legislators the Affordable Care Act still
Our parent company SPAN Enterprises announces the launch of its latest tax filing solution, TaxBandits. This e-filing solution is a comprehensive tax filing software designed to fit the
Business owners and HR professionals can use seasonal and temporary employees to their advantage this holiday season. By hiring short-term employees this holiday season, you can avoid
Human resources is a complex and multifaceted position. Mistakes can easily happen, however, some human resource mistakes are more common than others. To help your business run smoothly
In less than six months Europe will undergo the biggest change in data protection rules and regulations ever. The European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will be enforced
