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Notes on benefits,
done better.

Plain-English thinking on what's actually driving your healthcare costs — and what to do about it.

No jargon, no sales pitch. Just the honest, benefits-advisory thinking we'd share across the table — on renewals, funding models, compliance, market access, and the decisions that quietly shape what you pay.

Stop Loss Insurance: A Strategic Guide for 2026
Business Health Insurance

Stop Loss Insurance: A Strategic Guide for 2026

Stop loss insurance protects your self-funded plan from catastrophic claims. Understand specific vs. aggregate coverage and avoid costly pitfalls. Read our guide.

May 7, 2026 Read more
A WA Nonprofit's Guide to Group Health Insurance

A WA Nonprofit's Guide to Group Health Insurance

Find affordable group health insurance for your Washington nonprofit. Learn about plan types, cost control, and compliance. Build your benefits strategy now.

May 6, 2026 Read more
Employee Payroll Guide for WA Employers: 2026 PFML
Compliance & Regulations

Employee Payroll Guide for WA Employers: 2026 PFML

Manage your employee payroll with our 2026 WA PFML guide for employers. Learn about new rates, job protection, and compliance. Get your checklist now.

May 5, 2026 Read more
Can You Get COBRA If You Quit? Yes — Here's How
Employee Benefits & Retention

Can You Get COBRA If You Quit? Yes — Here's How

Yes, quitting your job qualifies you for COBRA. Learn the 60-day enrollment window, costs, and coverage rules so you never face a gap.

May 2, 2026 Read more
Level-Funded vs. Self-Funded Plans: Which Costs Less?
Business Health Insurance

Level-Funded vs. Self-Funded Plans: Which Costs Less?

Compare level-funded vs. self-funded health plans for under-100 employers: premiums, stop-loss, risk, refunds, and which model saves more.

April 30, 2026 Read more
FMLA Washington: Your Employer Guide for 2026
Compliance & Regulations

FMLA Washington: Your Employer Guide for 2026

Your employer guide to FMLA in Washington. Understand WA Paid Family Leave duties, 2026 premium rates, and job protection rules. Stay compliant today.

April 27, 2026 Read more
Your ERISA Compliance Checklist: A Simple Guide
Compliance & Regulations

Your ERISA Compliance Checklist: A Simple Guide

Struggling with ERISA compliance? Our simple checklist covers SPDs, Form 5500, and fiduciary duties to help you avoid costly penalties. Get your guide today.

April 24, 2026 Read more
ICHRA vs QSEHRA: A Complete 2026 Comparison
Business Health Insurance

ICHRA vs QSEHRA: A Complete 2026 Comparison

Deciding between ICHRA vs QSEHRA? Our guide compares 2026 contribution limits, eligibility, and tax credit rules. Find the right HRA for your business.

April 23, 2026 Read more
COBRA Coverage for Employers: Your WA 2026 Guide

COBRA Coverage for Employers: Your WA 2026 Guide

Washington employers, are you COBRA compliant? This guide covers notice rules, deadlines, and state laws to help you avoid costly penalties. Stay compliant now.

April 20, 2026 Read more
COBRA Insurance in Washington: Employer Guide 2026
Compliance & Regulations

COBRA Insurance in Washington: Employer Guide 2026

COBRA insurance in Washington explained for employers: state law, eligibility, timelines, penalties, and admin obligations in 2026.

April 20, 2026 Read more
10 Best Benefits Administration Companies 2026

10 Best Benefits Administration Companies 2026

The top benefits administration companies of 2026, ranked by pricing, features, and support — with a buying guide to shortlist your next vendor.

April 10, 2026 Read more
How to Benchmark Health Benefits vs. Competitors
Healthcare Costs & Savings

How to Benchmark Health Benefits vs. Competitors

See if your health benefits are truly competitive. This guide shows how to benchmark costs and plan types against your rivals. Start your analysis today.

April 9, 2026 Read more
From Reading to Talking

Insight is useful. A conversation is better.

Reading about the options is a fine start — but the real value comes from applying them to your plan. Book a thirty-minute conversation and we'll diagnose before we prescribe, with your numbers in front of us.

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Washington employers · 10–200 employees