3 ways to cut costs in your benefits plan

Making the most out of your plan's cost-cutting potential requires a bit of creative thinking and strategizing with your adviser, but the results are worth it.

By James Blachek | July 13, 2018 at 10:48 AM

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Implement a wellness program

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Offer a health savings account

James Blachek is co-founder of The Benefits Group.

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