Health Insurance Deductibles Outpacing Wage Increases, Study Finds

By REED ABELSONSEPT. 22, 2015   Beth Landrum put off getting an M.R.I. that her doctor had recommended after the deductible on her family’s health plan increased to $3,300 a year.   It may not seem like much — just an extra hundred dollars or so a year. But the steady upward creep in health […]

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October – Things to do in Houston, Texas

If you are in Houston during the month of October, here are a few things you may want to enjoy –   If you are reading this post and know of additional events, please post for everyone to enjoy. Local Events   King’s Oktoberfest in Pearland | Friday, October 2 to Sunday, October 4  Bavarian pig roast, pretzels, sausages […]

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ABM Oct 2015 Newsletter

Our October Newsletter has been printed and mailed to current customers.  If you would like to download an electronic copy, please click on the image below http://www.getagreatquote.com/

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Fun – ABM in the community

        ABM In the Community.   Tracy Martin and Carla Branter dress up for the Women’s Realtor Council event hosted in The Woodlands / TX.   Many of you know Tracy and Carla as they work in our Homeowners and Auto insurance departments and work to save our customers money on their insurance.   […]

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Sorry, I have to toot our horn!

In general, we often hear of bad experiences, products, etc.  In our business (Insurance) we are often appreciated and reminded daily why we chose the insurance profession.   I am pasting a wonderful testimonial from a customer of ABM Insurance & Benefit Services, Inc.   We love our customers and they love us!     Mike   Thank […]

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Seasonal Workers and the ACA Shared Responsibility Penalty

Seasonal Workers and the ACA Shared Responsibility Penalty If your organization employs seasonal workers or part-timers for the holidays, take note: The IRS has issued a Health Care Tax Tip on how these individuals affect whether your business is subject to the shared responsibility provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Background The ACA requires […]

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PPO, HMO, EPO – Wait….. What?

With Open Enrollment around the corner Nov 1st…. it is time to start the discussion about Health Insurance and Medicare Supplements.    With so many options available it can become confusing.  Blue Cross has a HMO, United Healthcare has an EPO but all you want is a PPO?   Wait…… Do you know what a PPO is?   We […]

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How to avoid Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Liability

When it comes to Family and Medical Leave Act leave, not all comments are treated equally. Some comments may discourage an employee from using FMLA leave, thereby interfering with the employee’s FMLA rights and creating employer liability. In contrast, other comments from supervisors may be viewed as completely permissible requests and do not violate the […]

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