What Does Being “Vested” In Your 401(k) Mean?
Posted: November 28, 2019
What Does Being “Vested” In Your 401(k) Mean?As defined by the IRS, vesting in a retirement plan means ownership. Each employee vests a certain percentage of their account in the 401(k) plan every year. An employee who becomes 100% vested in his or her 401(k) account balance owns 100% of the balance. When this occurs, the employer cannot take it back (forfeit) for any reason. Amounts that are not vested in a...
Cargo Insurance Vs. Wholesalers & Distributors Insurance
Posted: November 19, 2019
Cargo Insurance Vs. Wholesalers & Distributors InsuranceCargo insurance is not the same thing as wholesalers and distributors insurance. If your business is a wholesaler or distributor that ships cargo, you may need both types of insurance. Our experienced agent can review your business policies with you to help ensure you have the coverage you need at the best price for you. What Is Cargo Insurance? Cargo insurance provides protection against risks...
What Does My Renters Insurance Cover?
Posted: November 16, 2019
What Does My Renters Insurance Cover?If you are renting a home or apartment, it is important to have renters insurance. Although there is no legal requirement that you carry renters insurance, it may be required by your landlord under the terms of your lease. It helps protect both you and your landlord by ensuring that, if something happens on the premises, either the landlord’s insurance or your renters insurance will...
How Much Should I Put In My HSA?
Posted: November 13, 2019
How Much Should I Put In My HSA?If you have opted for a health savings account (HSA), the next question is how much to put into it. To qualify for an HSA, you must have chosen a high-deductible health insurance plan. Having a health savings account can help you cover your deductible and other out-of-pocket healthcare expenses, both now and in the future. The following steps may be helpful in calculating how...
How Business Owners Package (BOP) Insurance Can Save You Money
Posted: November 4, 2019
How Business Owners Package (BOP) Insurance Can Save You MoneyBusiness owners package (BOP) insurance gives you several different insurance products rolled into one. Eligibility for this type of package can vary among providers. Purchasing BOP insurance can save your business money, as it is typically sold at a premium less than the total cost of individual coverages. What Does Business Owners Package Insurance Cover? BOP insurance can be individually-tailored to suit your business. Our...