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Zenefits, is a fast-growing San Francisco start-up that has attempted to shake up the health insurance brokerage industry–but just what are you getting for your money? With all the regulations, compliance issues and fines out there is this really the best choice for your company–is it worth the risk?

YOU CAN DOWNLOAD A COMPARISON CHART OF THE SERVICES THAT KAPNICK OFFERS VS ZENEFITS

 

 

Recently a series of reports by BuzzFeed News reported that the company was cutting corners as they grew. According to BuzzFeed, Zenefits employed unlicensed brokers to sell insurance to businesses, resulting in scrutiny from regulators and the undoing of many of its sales.

At Kapnick we provide long-term benefit solutions that create lasting value. We take a holistic approach to our consulting, which includes topics such as health care reform and specific areas such as plan design, implementation, administration and communication of benefits. Together, with input from our specialized team members and compliance attorneys–it all adds up to a well-crafted program to help you recruit and retain top talent.

 

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There is no doubt that recruiting the millennial generation can bring hardworking, enthusiastic employees who are eager for new opportunities to your company, but recruiting and engagingand  retaining these workers is proving to be much different than it was for with prior generations.

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The U.S. leads all first world countries with the highest percentage of population with a criminal record. Keep in mind, not all of these violators are guilty of serious crimes. Many are guilty of minor teenage pranks or a decades-old shoplifting incident.

In the digital age, criminal records aren’t easily forgotten. This is a significant problem for the affected individuals, but it’s also a concern for any business that would like to employ them. Employers who might have in the past been inclined to automatically disqualify employment to any applicant with a criminal record are now under increasing pressure to take a different approach.

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Want to check your healthcare account balances and submit receipts anywhere, anytime? There’s an app for that!

Kapnick FSA 1mobile enables you to easily and securely access your healthcare spending accounts. You can view account balances and detail, submit healthcare account claims, and capture and upload pictures of your receipts anytime, anywhere on any iPhone, Android or tablet device. You can also sign up to receive account alerts via text message.

 

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Seven Tips to Maximize Your HSA

Did your company switch to an Health Savings Account (HSA) this year? At the beginning it can be confusing but they are basically designed to help you save for future medical costs. Below are seven tips to help you maximize your HSA and become a better health care consumer.

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I am excited to share with you our most popular template that has been downloaded from our website over 6,000 times!

Laura Hagan, who formerly worked in Kapnick’s Human Resources Department, has been named the new Manager of Administrative Services for Kapnick Insurance Group’s Employee Benefits Division. Laura replaces Katie Clark, who is relocating with her family to Florida. “Katie built a strong team at Kapnick, and we wish her the best.” according to Steve Peck, president of Kapnick’s Benefits Division. “Under Laura’s direction the Administrative Department will continue to grow and prosper.”

Laura has worked at Kapnick Insurance Group for over 4 years as the Human Resource Generalist and has developed strong relationships with the members of her team. In her new position she is responsible for overseeing the Flex, COBRA and bSwift offerings of the Benefit Administration Services Department. Laura is prepared to start handling your account with no interruption in service and appreciates the confidence you have placed in Kapnick Insurance.

12 Superfoods for Weight Loss

Have you been trying to lose weight? Do you feel it is too difficult to maintain healthy cooking habits during the busy workweek? Meal planning and food preparation before the week has begun are two easy ways to achieve healthy food choices and be happy with the results.