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How to Design ICHRA Classes: Real-World Examples and Guardrails

July 31, 2026By 0 Comments

One of the biggest advantages ICHRA has over group health plans is the ability to use employee classes. Instead of offering the same health benefits to everyone, you can use 11 employee classes to tailor your benefits strategy around your workforce.

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Direct Primary Care and Your Benefits Stack: What Employers Need to Know

July 16, 2026By 0 Comments

Direct primary care (DPC) pairs with ICHRAs, HRAs, and group plans to lower costs and boost employee access to care. See how it fits your benefits stack.

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How ICHRA and QSEHRA Work with Premium Tax Credits

July 13, 2026By 0 Comments

What happens to an employee's premium tax credit eligibility when they get offered ICHRA or QSEHRA dollars? Learn more about how each HRA coordinates with premium tax credits and things you should consider as an employer before you implement a plan.

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Connecticut Passes ICHRA Tax Credits. Here’s What Other States Are Doing

June 19, 2026By 0 Comments

As federal efforts to codify ICHRA stalled in Congress, several states have begun pursuing their own solutions. Connecticut has become the latest state to adopt a state-level ICHRA tax credit. Here's a look at the states leading the way and those worth watching.

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Creating a Workplace Culture That Actually Supports Mental Health

May 21, 2026By 0 Comments

This post breaks down what really supports mental health at work: a healthy culture, PTO people can actually use, leaders who care about employees’ lives, genuine specific appreciation, and real chances to give feedback and improve how work gets done.

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What Is an HSA? How Health Savings Accounts Work With HRAs

April 29, 2026By 0 Comments

Wondering how HSAs fit with HRAs? This guide explains what a Health Savings Account is, how it works, and when you can pair an HSA with an HRA like ICHRA or QSEHRA while keeping employees HSA-eligible and your benefits strategy compliant.

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Free Webinar: ICHRA 101 – A Modern Health Benefit Strategy for Today’s Employers

April 1, 2026By 0 Comments

As healthcare costs continue to rise, many employers are rethinking how they offer benefits. If you’ve found yourself questioning whether traditional group health insurance is still the right fit, you’re not alone—and there are alternatives worth exploring.

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Yes, You Can Start an ICHRA Mid-Year. Here’s How.

March 26, 2026By 0 Comments

Wondering if you can start an ICHRA mid-year? You can. Learn how notice periods work, how a special enrollment period is triggered, and how to transition from group coverage without disrupting your employees’ benefits.