We all know about the know the Benjamin Disraeli quote about lies and statistics but, in this case, a quote from Ron DeLegge II is more appropriate. He said, “99 percent of all statistics only tell 49 percent of the story.” And, with the ACA, the story is an ever evolving on e! That being said, I foundContinue reading “Tax and Enrollment Statistics of Note”
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Et tu, Special Enrollment?
Brokers may have to cancel a much needed spring break due to today’s CMS announcement of a new – one time – special enrollment period that will begin March 15, 2015 and end April 30, 2015. The special enrollment will give people an opportunity to enroll in coverage so they don’t face another tax penaltyContinue reading “Et tu, Special Enrollment?”
Accountants and Other Strangers
We’ve been seeing a lot of media stories on tax filing and the Affordable Care Act. This is the first year when individuals will have to address whether they have coverage – or not – when they file their taxes. This tax change, like any change, causes conflict and opportunity. The conflict will arise whenContinue reading “Accountants and Other Strangers”
Focus on Subsidies may Shortchange Employer Plan Benefits
It seems that everyone is focused on the availability of subsidies in the exchange plans. We get many questions about whether and how employees can qualify for a subsidy. The general answer is that if an employee has an offer of coverage from their employer and it meets the affordability and coverage requirements – theyContinue reading “Focus on Subsidies may Shortchange Employer Plan Benefits”
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