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Form 5500 Filing Prep: What Smart Employers Are Doing Now

As Form 5500 filing season approaches, savvy employers are already preparing. In , early preparation is more than just smart—it’s essential. With increased regulatory scrutiny and the potential for costly penalties, getting ahead of deadlines gives your [...]

By |2025-04-07T23:17:50-04:00April 7, 2025|Business, ERISA Compliance, Form 5500|Comments Off on Form 5500 Filing Prep: What Smart Employers Are Doing Now

Form 5500 Panic? The DFVCP Program Could Save You Thousands

If you’ve just realized a Form 5500 filing was missed, you're not alone and out of options. Many businesses discover too late that a retirement or welfare benefit plan wasn’t correctly reported to the Department of Labor (DOL). [...]

By |2025-04-07T20:49:17-04:00April 6, 2025|Audit, Benefits Compliance Consulting, DOL, ERISA Compliance, Form 5500|Comments Off on Form 5500 Panic? The DFVCP Program Could Save You Thousands

Why Compliance Audits Are on the Rise in 2025 and How to Avoid Costly Penalties

Compliance audits are increasing in 2025, leaving many businesses scrambling to ensure accurate and complete reporting. Government agencies like the IRS and the Department of Labor (DOL) have intensified enforcement efforts, particularly around ACA reporting and Form 5500 [...]

By |2025-02-25T14:52:52-05:00February 24, 2025|Audit, Business|Comments Off on Why Compliance Audits Are on the Rise in 2025 and How to Avoid Costly Penalties

Top Compliance Trends Businesses Need to Watch in 2025

As 2025 approaches, the landscape of business compliance is evolving rapidly. Staying informed on key trends can make or break your compliance strategy, from stricter regulations to technological advancements. These trends shape how businesses operate, whether it’s [...]

By |2025-01-22T15:00:19-05:00January 22, 2025|ACA Compliance, Audit, Benefits Compliance Consulting, Business, ERISA Compliance, Form 5500|Comments Off on Top Compliance Trends Businesses Need to Watch in 2025

ACA Reporting Deadlines Are Approaching What Your Business Needs to Know

ACA reporting season is officially here, and with deadlines just around the corner, businesses must act quickly to ensure compliance. Missing deadlines or filing mistakes can lead to costly penalties and unnecessary stress. This guide covers everything your [...]

By |2024-12-19T23:37:10-05:00December 19, 2024|ACA Compliance|Comments Off on ACA Reporting Deadlines Are Approaching What Your Business Needs to Know

Don’t Let Compliance Gobble Up Your Holidays: A Year-End Guide

As the holiday season approaches, many businesses find themselves juggling year-end tasks while preparing for the festive rush. One thing that should never be left off your plate? Benefits compliance. From Form 5500 filings to ERISA requirements, [...]

By |2024-11-20T21:45:12-05:00November 20, 2024|Business, ERISA, ERISA Compliance, Form 5500, Health Benefits|Comments Off on Don’t Let Compliance Gobble Up Your Holidays: A Year-End Guide

What Happens If You Don’t File Form 5500? Avoid Costly Compliance Mistakes

 What Happens If You Don’t File Form 5500? Avoid the Compliance Monsters This Halloween!It’s Halloween season, and while you might expect ghosts and ghouls around the corner, the real fright for businesses comes in Form 5500 penalties! Failing [...]

By |2024-10-22T14:54:28-04:00October 21, 2024|Audit, Benefits Compliance Consulting, Business, DOL, ERISA Compliance, Form 5500|Comments Off on What Happens If You Don’t File Form 5500? Avoid Costly Compliance Mistakes

How DOL Audits and New Compliance Mandates Could Impact Your Benefits Plan in 2024

As we approach the end of 2024, businesses must be aware of upcoming Department of Labor (DOL) audits and compliance mandates that could impact their benefits plans. Ensuring your benefits plan complies with these new regulations is [...]

By |2024-09-18T09:45:23-04:00September 17, 2024|Audit, Benefits Compliance Consulting, Business, DOL, Health Benefits, Plan Document, Wrap SPD|Comments Off on How DOL Audits and New Compliance Mandates Could Impact Your Benefits Plan in 2024

DOL’s New Cross-Reference Plan Inquiry in 2025 and What Employers Need to Know

The Department of Labor (DOL) has introduced a new cross-reference plan inquiry process, and it’s making waves in the world of employee benefits compliance. This significant move marks the first time the DOL is leveraging electronic filings [...]

By |2024-08-19T12:23:22-04:00August 19, 2024|DOL, ERISA, ERISA Compliance, Form 5500, Health Benefits|Comments Off on DOL’s New Cross-Reference Plan Inquiry in 2025 and What Employers Need to Know

The Future of ERISA Compliance

Evolution of ERISA Regulations ERISA regulations are continuously evolving. Recent changes have introduced new compliance requirements, and future amendments are anticipated to further refine fiduciary responsibilities and reporting standards. Staying ahead of these changes is critical for [...]

By |2024-08-14T14:50:34-04:00August 14, 2024|Benefits Compliance Consulting, ERISA Compliance, PCORI|Comments Off on The Future of ERISA Compliance
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