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Compliance | Employee Benefits

FORM 5500 DEADLINE IS JULY 31

Each year, employers that are subject to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) must electronically file an annual report (Form 5500) for each employee benefit plan they maintain unless a filing exemption applies. Employers with employee benefit (…)

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Retirement
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PUBLISHED December 9th, 2025

Are Private Market Investments Right For Your 401(k)?

The MJ Companies

Alternative investments have been around for a long time, but for years they were mostly limited to wealthy individuals and big institutions that could …

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News and Updates
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PUBLISHED December 8th, 2025

The MJ Companies Welcomes Katie Newell to Lead Colorado Growth

The MJ Companies

DENVER, December 8, 2025 — The MJ Companies, a leading financial services firm serving clients for over 60 years, added Katie Newell to its …

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Risk Management
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PUBLISHED December 2nd, 2025

Employer Responsibilities in Winter Weather

The MJ Companies

Winter weather presents a host of difficulties for employers. Specifically, there are various workplace safety concerns and OSHA requirements to consider. It’s essential to …

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Benefits+
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PUBLISHED November 26th, 2025

Deadline for Employers to Use MLR Rebates Is Coming Up

DeAnn Deck

Employers with insured health plans may have received a medical loss ratio (MLR) rebate from their health insurance issuers earlier this year. Issuers who …

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MJ Foundation
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PUBLISHED November 25th, 2025

Empowering Nashvillians to Break Out of the Cycle of Poverty

Britni Shrout

Nashville is a thriving city, with 21% population growth and more than 30% job growth over the past decade. This remarkable expansion is one of the many reasons …

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Benefits+
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PUBLISHED November 21st, 2025

END OF ENHANCED ACA SUBSIDIES: POTENTIAL IMPACT ON EMPLOYERS

DeAnn Deck

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) created a federally financed subsidy, called the premium tax credit (PTC), to help eligible individuals and families with low …

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MJ Foundation
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PUBLISHED November 20th, 2025

Chrysalis: Helping Victims Break Free From Domestic Abuse 

Britni Shrout

What does domestic violence really look like? It starts subtly—a partner’s jealousy and possessiveness isolate you from friends and family. Their controlling behaviors, from …

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Risk Management
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PUBLISHED November 18th, 2025

STRONG SIGNS OF MODERATION WERE EVIDENT IN Q3 2025, THE COUNCIL’S P/C MARKET SURVEY SHOWS

The MJ Companies

Q3 2025 showed clear soft market conditions across the board. Premiums across all account sizes rose by an average of 1.6%, down from 3.7% …

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Retirement
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PUBLISHED November 14th, 2025

IRS Announces 2026 Retirement Plan Limits

Doug Prince

The IRS has released Notice 2025-67, containing cost-of-living adjustments for 2026 that affect amounts employees can contribute to 401(k) plans and individual retirement accounts …

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Benefits+
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PUBLISHED November 14th, 2025

PCORI Fee Amount Adjusted for 2026

DeAnn Deck

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued Notice 2025-61 to increase the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fee amount for plan years ending on …

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Benefits+
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PUBLISHED November 13th, 2025

Benefits and the Murky Road Ahead

The MJ Companies

We designed them to be a great time, but our Bubbles + Benefits events mean a lot more than camaraderie, snacks, and wine and mocktail tastings. …

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Benefits+
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PUBLISHED November 11th, 2025

Demystifying Drug Costs

Austin Madison

After more than 20 years working in employee benefits management, I have seen a lot of changes in the way companies care for their …

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