American Fidelity Blog
Benefits Strategy
Pairing “Pocket Protection” Strategies with High Deductible Health PlansAugust 27, 2020
It’s important to consider how your employee benefits package might be constructed to wrap around your medical plan and provide further out-of-pocket support for employees.
Benefits Strategy
6 Reasons Active Enrollments are Still EssentialAugust 25, 2020
Even if your organization has pivoted to a completely virtual working environment, it’s still possible, and very important, to conduct an active versus passive enrollment.
General
Protect Your Future: Documents You Should Always Keep Up to DateAugust 13, 2020
Spend some time each year during your enrollment period or after a qualifying life event to review your documents and make changes as needed.
Customer Stories
Autumn’s Story: An InspirationAugust 11, 2020
Autumn, a California teacher and mother of three, purchased Disability Income Insurance. After surviving the 2017 Route 91 tragedy, it supported her recovery journey.
Benefits Strategy
Retirement Savings Withdrawals vs LoansAugust 04, 2020
There are key differences between retirement savings withdrawals and loans, some of which could have major financial consequences or penalties. Knowing the difference can help you make the wisest c...
Supplemental Benefits
Tips for Buying Cancer InsuranceJuly 21, 2020
Considering cancer insurance? Learn what it covers, who should consider it, and how it complements existing health plans and emergency funds to ease financial stress after a diagnosis.
Supplemental Benefits
Your Pregnancy Disability Benefits ChecklistJuly 09, 2020
If you purchased disability insurance before becoming pregnant and haven’t considered it in your birth plan, take note.
General
What is an insurance wellness benefit?July 07, 2020
Understand what an insurance wellness benefit is, why employers offer it, and how to know if you have one. And if you do, learn how these benefits can help you get money back in your pocket.
General
Employee Benefit Terms to KnowJuly 02, 2020
Confused by insurance jargon? Discover clear definitions for common insurance terms like supplemental benefits, claims, premiums, HDHP, HSA, FSA, and more. Make informed decisions with our easy-to-...
Supplemental Benefits
Know Your Leave: Understanding FMLA, Paid Leave, and Disability InsuranceJune 30, 2020
Explore the difference between the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), and disability insurance.
Benefits Strategy
How Employee Benefits May Help Retain TeachersJune 23, 2020
Discover how offering strategic employee benefits can help schools retain top teaching talent. Learn which benefits matter most to educators and how to build a supportive, competitive package.
Benefits Strategy
The Cost of Not Educating Employees About BenefitsJune 18, 2020
If you aren’t educating your employees about their benefits options, it’s almost like not offering benefits at all. When employees don’t understand their benefits options, they may be less likely t...