Health savings accounts (HSAs) allow individuals to save money that can be used to pay medical expenses until the deductible is reached High-deductible health plans (HDHPs) may have a smaller network than low-deductible plans, but offer other…

Are you considering investing in CDs? Discover how to balance savings, risk tolerance and flexibility, and which CD strategies—like laddering—can help you reach your goals faster.

Financial institutions are under increasing pressure to grow deposits and onboard moredemand deposit accounts(DDA). But as demand increases, so do fraud attempts from scammers. While a robust mitigation effort is needed to stop fraud, this same…

With the end of open enrollment, short-term health insurance may now be your best option for covering your medical expenses. But if you didn't get regular health insurance, how can you go about getting short-term insurance? Here is a look at the…

Helping ease the burden of higher education for employees' children can inspire loyalty, boost your reputation as a great place to work 529 college savings plans allow businesses to contribute without a limit Some plans allow flexibility to cover…

Each May 2, National Life Insurance Day offers a reminder of the importance of life insurance. It’s a useful message, considering employees often undervalue this investment. Life insurance tends to take a back seat to more immediate financial issues…

Asset-based lending is transforming the way lending is done throughout the retail industry. What Is Asset-Based Lending? Asset-based lending[1] allows retailers to use their assets as collateral for a loan, rather than just basing their loan…

Back to All Posts Most people assume that snowy conditions make winter the most dangerous time to drive. But surprisingly, the danger is actually highest in the summer, when Colorado traffic is made worse by high temperatures, vacation season, new…

A farm-share program involves prepaying for a season's worth of fruits and vegetables, which are delivered in weekly packages as they are harvested You can prepay and deduct a percentage from the monthly payroll, or subsidize part of the cost, to…

When you're taking care of your finances, you want to get the most you can out of every dollar. This includes taking a close look at any renovations you make to your home and seeing if they may be eligible for tax write-offs. Insulating your home is…

Turning Points 4 min read One of the most devastating things that can happen to cat or dog owners is losing their precious fur baby. Whether your cat escaped out the door or your dog managed to slip out of his leash during a walk, a missing pet…

If you’re dreaming of relocating and making a big change in your life, several cities and suburbs are ready to help. Most cities’ relocation programs offer a cash incentive that reimburses some moving costs or part of a mortgage payment. A few even…

Not many people are in a position to buy a car with cash; they typically opt for leasing or financing a car purchase. If you do have the option to pay with cash, you should still weigh the pros and cons before going this route. Although cash releases…

Deciding whether you want your savings and checking accounts at the same bank or different banks isn't a cut-and-dried decision to make. Keeping your accounts together can bring greater simplicity, but keeping them separate can increase your…

As the sophistication of fraudulent schemes increases, so must the sophistication of your fraud detection analytics. This is especially important in an uncertain economic environment that breeds opportunities for fraud. It’s no longer enough to rely…

If you’re a small business owner or self-employed, there’s a new way to get health care. The Department of Labor recently expanded association health plans (AHPs) — but what are they, what does their expansion mean for you and are they a viable…

The family planning landscape has evolved in recent years. More women are having children later in life, and more same-sex parents are raising children. In turn, family services like fertility treatments, surrogates and genetic testing are in high…

Look at your budget; high-deductible plans cost less, but low-deductibles have fewer out-of-pocket costs Young staff may prefer high deductibles, but those with chronic conditions may require low deductibles CDHPs combined with HSAs can help ease the…

Are your employees living paycheck to paycheck? If they are, it could be for a variety of different reasons — including the paychecks themselves. While it’s traditional to pay your employees on a biweekly or monthly basis, offering your employees the…

Between attracting top talent and keeping your employees in good health, making sure your workforce has solid insurance is vital to the success of your business — but it comes at a price. And when you add spouses into the mix, you might see those…