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In today’s increasingly regulated employment landscape, one area that demands urgent attention is I-9 and E-Verify compliance—especially under the renewed enforcement efforts of the Trump Administration. With immigration enforcement taking center stage, employers across all industries must ensure they are fully compliant to avoid hefty fines, business disruption, and legal exposure. Why I-9 Compliance Matters …

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On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a major tax and spending bill, commonly referred to as the “ One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBB Act), into law.  The OBBB Act includes changes for employee benefit plans, including provisions that:  Expanded HSA Eligibility and Coverage Only eligible individuals can establish HSAs and make HSA …

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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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As remote and hybrid work becomes more prevalent, companies with staff operating across various states must be well-versed in the payroll nexus regulations specific to each state or region where their employees or businesses function. In this piece, we’ll delve into the effects of payroll nexus regulations on your business’s tax and payroll records, while …

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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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The Harvard Business Review – which has more than 9 million records of employees at 4,000 global companies – points out that mid-career employees have the highest resignation rate, and those that suffer most are the technology and healthcare industries. At the start of the pandemic, the job market was full of uncertainty and massive …

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Employment laws and regulations are constantly changing, which means the struggle to stay compliant is never-ending. While many prospects can see the challenges of staying abreast of compliance regulations; the struggle is larger for employers. With a multitude of laws, rules, and regulations to comply with and employees that must be managed, staying on top …

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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.