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COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act)
What it is: A federal law that gives employees the option to continue their health insurance coverage after leaving a job—usually at...
Sarah Brienza
Aug 151 min read


QSEHRA for Small Businesses—Why It Works (And When It Doesn’t)
If you’re a small employer without a group plan, QSEHRA might sound like a dream—but it’s not as “set it and forget it” as some think....
Sarah Brienza
Aug 131 min read


What Schools Need to Know About VEBA (And What Most Get Wrong)
VEBA accounts can be a powerful tool for school districts, but they’re often misunderstood by both HR teams and retirees. Here’s what...
Sarah Brienza
Aug 111 min read


Top Benefits Trends for 2026 (Part 2)
Financial Wellness & Smarter Plan Design In Part 1 of this series, we covered two powerful trends— telehealth expansion and...
Sarah Brienza
Aug 72 min read


Top Benefits Trends for 2026 (Part 1)
Telehealth & Fertility Support Are Reshaping the Landscape It’s no secret that employee benefits are changing—but the biggest shifts...
Sarah Brienza
Aug 52 min read


What Is an EOB and Why Is It Important?
If you’ve ever visited a doctor, filled a prescription, or had a medical procedure, chances are you’ve received an Explanation of...
Sarah Brienza
Jul 172 min read


How to Make the Most of Your Benefits Year-Round
For many employees, health benefits are something they think about during open enrollment—and then forget about until something goes...
Sarah Brienza
Jul 152 min read


What to Do When You Receive a Medical Bill: A Step-by-Step Guide
Opening a medical bill can feel overwhelming—especially if it’s unexpected or unclear. Before you reach for your wallet or toss it aside...
Sarah Brienza
Jul 102 min read


What Is an HSA and Why Should You Be Contributing?
A Health Savings Account (HSA) is more than just a savings tool—it's a long-term investment in your financial and physical well-being....
Sarah Brienza
Jul 82 min read


Why We Started S+H Benefit Solutions—And What Makes Us Different
We didn’t start S+H Benefit Solutions because we wanted to be just another insurance agency. We started it because we were frustrated...
Sarah Brienza
Jul 31 min read


Kicking Off the New School Year: What a New Plan Year Means for District Employees
As the school year wraps up and summer begins, a new benefit plan year kicks off for many district employees. This is more than just a...
Sarah Brienza
Jul 21 min read
Small But Mighty: What We’ve Learned From Losing Clients
There’s no sugarcoating it—losing a client hurts. Especially when it’s not because of poor performance. Not because of a mistake. But...
Sarah Brienza
Jul 12 min read


What Small Businesses Need to Know About Offering Competitive Benefits Without Breaking the Bank
If you’re a small business owner, you may have been told that providing employee benefits is too expensive or too complex. But the truth...
Sarah Brienza
Jun 261 min read


The Hidden Costs of Delaying Preventive Care—And How to Avoid Them
We all get busy. Between juggling work, family, and daily life, it can be easy to put off that annual check-up or skip a routine...
Sarah Brienza
Jun 241 min read


Why Telemedicine Should Be a Must-Have in Your Benefits Package
The workplace has changed. So have employee expectations. Today ’s workforce wants more than just competitive salaries—they want...
Sarah Brienza
Jun 92 min read


How to Help Employees Understand Their Benefits (and Save You Money)
Let’s be honest—benefits can be confusing. High deductibles, copays, out-of-network charges, EOBs, HRAs, HSAs… it’s a lot. And when...
Sarah Brienza
Jun 52 min read


Why Local Matters: The Benefits of Working with a NY-Based Insurance Broke
When it comes to health insurance, there's no such thing as one-size-fits-all. Every community has its own challenges, its own strengths,...
Sarah Brienza
Jun 32 min read


Understanding Your HSA, HRA, and FSA: What’s the Difference?
If you're staring at a jumble of letters like HSA, HRA, and FSA and wondering what they actually mean—you're not alone. These benefit...
Sarah Brienza
May 302 min read


HDHPs Explained: Are They Right for Your Business or School District?
Choosing the right health plan isn’t just about saving money — it’s about offering care that makes sense for your team. One option many...
Sarah Brienza
May 281 min read


Prioritizing Mental Health in the Workplace: Why It Matters and How to Start
At S+H Benefit Solutions, we talk a lot about health plans, deductibles, and coverage options — but none of it matters if your employees...
Sarah Brienza
May 222 min read
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