A New Year’s Resolutions Guide for 2024
A Guide to Setting and Keeping Goals in 2023 With the New Year comes new beginnings and dedication to new resolutions, but studies show that approximately 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail. How to Sustain Your Resolutions? To make your goals more sustainable, there are some tips you can implement into your routine. Here are […]
Read MoreSpotlight of the Month on Difference Card Broker & Partner, David Jensen
Congratulations to David Jensen, of USI Insurance Services, for being named the Difference Card Broker Partner of the Month for December 2023! David Jensen is Senior Vice President in the USI New York office. David recently worked with Senior Consultant Bob Holt from The Difference Card’s Northeast Team to help a transportation company achieve significant […]
Read MoreIndustry Spotlight – Manufacturing: Pennsylvania-Based Manufacturer Saves Over $250,000 on Health Insurance Costs
This month’s industry spotlight illustrates how the Difference Card’s Guarantee strategy within the Manufacturing space can save employers in this industry hundreds of thousands of dollars. The Difference Card helped a Sheet Metal Finisher with a nationwide presence create the most cost-effective healthcare plan for their January 1st renewal. This manufacturing employer had been a […]
Read MoreHappy Holidays from The Difference Card!
Season’s Greetings from The Difference Card Team! As the year comes to a close, we want to extend our warmest wishes for a joyous holiday season to our valued clients and partners. This year, we’re spreading cheer with our Difference Card Holiday Card Video, a heartfelt expression of gratitude and festive spirit. In this special […]
Read More2023 End-of-Year Checklist for Employee Benefits
As another year draws to a close, human resources representatives have a prime opportunity to manage and review employee benefits, verifying they remain compliant with local and state regulations while being up to date. To ensure a smooth transition into 2024, start by confirming beneficiary information, double-checking the payroll and tax checklist, ensuring you understand […]
Read MoreDecember Case Study: New York City Non-Profit Saves over $95,000 Using The Difference Card!
Using The Difference Card’s proprietary funding strategy, The Difference Card helped reduce the cost of a New York City-based non-profit on their healthcare renewal in October. The client was receiving a 19% increase from Cigna when their broker turned to The Difference Card for assistance in giving it a second look. Our Northeast Team worked […]
Read MoreSpotlight of the Month on Difference Card Broker Partner, Shepherd Insurance
Congratulations to the Shepherd Insurance team, of Chris Maynard and Andrew Hunt, for being recognized as the Difference Card Broker Partners of the Month for November 2023! Chris Maynard, MBA AAI is the Employee Benefits Partner at Shepherd Insurance office located in Evansville, Indiana. Chris has been in the insurance industry for over ten years […]
Read MoreNovember Case Study: New Difference Card Product saves a County Government Agency $27,000 on their Healthcare Spend
Using our proprietary MERP (Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan) strategy, along with the new Monthly Budget funding strategy, The Difference Card helped a public-sector employer create the most cost-effective healthcare plan for their October renewal. The client was receiving a 19% renewal increase from their carrier when their broker engaged The Difference Card to help with […]
Read MoreSpotlight of the Month on Difference Card Broker Partner, Anthony Quintero
Congratulations to Anthony Quintero and the CBIZ Team on being named the Difference Card Broker Partner of the Month for October 2023! Anthony, in conjunction with Abby Peterson and Dominic Cutaia, are with CBIZ Benefits & Insurance Services out of the Greater Chicago metro area. CBIZ is one of the leading national insurance brokerage firms […]
Read MoreAre You ERISA Compliant? Follow This Checklist
Are you an employer providing retirement and healthcare plans to your employees? Do you want to learn how you can become Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) compliant? If the answer is yes, then you’ve come to the right place. This guide simplifies ERISA compliance requirements and offers a checklist to help you ensure you’re […]
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