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The world of HR compliance is constantly evolving, and 2025 is poised to bring significant changes that could challenge even the most seasoned employers. Staying ahead of these changes is not just a matter of avoiding penalties; it’s about ensuring a healthy, productive, and legally compliant workplace.  This article will explore key compliance changes expected …

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Discover Insights from VantagePoint’s CEO, Mark DeRosa on the Founder Secrets Podcast We’re thrilled to share that our CEO, Mark DeRosa, was recently featured on the Founder Secrets podcast! In this episode, Mark dives deep into how businesses can streamline workflows, ensure compliance, and build smarter, stronger workplaces. 🎙️ Listen to the Episode: Mastering Workforce …

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Amid the challenges posed by the pandemic, inflation, economic downturn, and increasing debt, the financial well-being of employees appears to be facing considerable strain. Given these pressures, some individuals are taking a closer assessment of their expectations from employers. While higher compensation is desired, the emphasis is now shifting toward the degree of flexibility in …

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The total student loan debt in 2023, including federal and private loans, has reached $1.75 trillion, with an average of $28,950 per borrower. United States student loan borrowers collectively owe a massive $1.78 trillion in federal and private student loans as of March 2023, as reported in the Federal Reserve’s most recent quarterly figures. During …

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Encouraging employees to take time off from work can have a positive impact on both their physical health and mental health, while also being advantageous for the business. When employees return to work after taking a break, they are likely to feel more refreshed and motivated, leading to increased creativity and productivity. Furthermore, adopting such …

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The U.S. Department of Labor recently proposed a rule that clarifies how businesses of all sizes ought to classify workers. Whether a worker is treated as an employee or an independent contractor will have an outsized impact on the worker and also the business. Here’s what we all know up to now concerning the worker …

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For many people, the cost of borrowing for college is a lifelong burden that deprives them of that opportunity. Announced back in August 2022, President’s Biden student debt relief plan offers targeted debt relief as part of an effort to address the burden of increasing college costs and make the student loan system more manageable …

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New Posting and Policy Creation Requirement In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, New York State passed the New York Health Essential Rights Act (HERO Act). This New York State Hero Act legislation applies to ALL NYS employers, regardless of size, with worksite employees located in New York State.

The challenges of recent years have reshaped the recruitment landscape. From shifting workplace dynamics to evolving candidate expectations, recruiters and talent acquisition teams continue to adapt. Today, attracting top Gen Z talent requires HR professionals to rethink their strategies, resources, and technology to align with this generation’s unique priorities and values. Flexibility, purpose-driven roles, and …

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The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) established a 100% COBRA premium subsidy for assistance eligible individuals (AEI) for the period April 1st, 2021 through September 30th, 2021.