2+ week, 5+ day ago   (413+ words) A workforce report from iHire on the rise of independent work finds that most independent workers go without the basic benefits that traditional employees take for granted. The survey of thousands of US workers documents strong interest in freelancing alongside…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1674+ words) What I found: the most successful solo owners buy coverage that mirrors how they earn. They pick “own-occupation” if they’re specialized, lock in non‑cancelable terms, and right‑size benefits to cash flow. You don’t need the fanciest contract on…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (618+ words) According to analysis from the Kaiser Family Foundation and Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker, small businesses buying coverage through ACA-compliant small group plans face a weighted median premium increase of 11% for 2026. About 10% of policies are rising 20% or more. The average employer…...

5+ mon, 3+ day ago   (720+ words) The insurance industry is reshaping its product lines to serve the rapidly growing freelance workforce, rolling out flexible policies, on-demand coverage, and bundled benefit platforms designed specifically for self-employed professionals. For the 16.8 million Americans now working independently full time, these…...

5+ mon, 2+ week ago   (437+ words) In this article, we will explain how COBRA pricing works, what the average costs look like in practice, and how to decide whether COBRA is actually the right bridge for your situation. The cost of COBRA is not set by…...