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Preparing for a Second Wave of COVID-19 Cases

Public health officials and experts are warning of a potential second wave of COVID-19 cases. As such, businesses across the country should start planning today so they’re properly prepared for a second wave of COVID-19 cases.

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Tips for Wearing Facial Coverings or Masks in the Workplace

According to the CDC, while wearing face coverings shouldn’t replace social distancing, cloth face coverings can help prevent the transmission of COVID-19. General best practices for implementing face coverings in the workplace include:…

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Kelsey Ponesse joins the Marshall & Sterling Wealth Advisors Team

As a licensed CPA, Kelsey will leverage her knowledge to add even more value to our clients as they make their way through their financial planning process.

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COVID-19 Resources for Nature Centers and Nature Organizations

Our team has put together a list of resources to help Nature Centers get back to work post-coronavirus, including checklists, toolkits and HR resources.

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Protecting Your Business During Civil Unrest

Civil unrest can create unique challenges for businesses. With this in mind, it’s crucial to take steps to mitigate the risk of potential damages to your business.

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Common Employment Practices Claims Arising Out of COVID-19

Not surprisingly, the uncertainty wrought by COVID-19 has left employers at an increased risk of exposure to employment-related claims alleging wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation and many others.

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IRS Releases 2021 HSA Contribution Limits

The IRS recently released the inflation adjusted amounts for 2021 relevant to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and high deductible health plans (HDHPs) via Revenue Procedure 2020-32.

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Getting a boat? Consider your insurance options.

If you own a larger, faster boat, you'll need a separate boatowners insurance policy. Learn about your options and call our team to discuss your individual needs!

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Community Support – Covid-19 Matching Gifts

Through the generous donations of our employee-owners, matched by Marshal & Sterling to provide extra support during the COVID-19 crisis

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IRS Increases Flexibility for FSAs and DCAs

On May 12, 2020, the IRS issued guidance affecting employee elections under Code Section 125 cafeteria plans, with the goal of providing tax relief and flexibility in the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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Consider Disability Income Insurance

Should you or your spouse experience a serious illness or injury, how would the loss of income impact you? Disability income insurance helps you to ease the financial difficulty associated with a serious illness or injury that keeps you from working.

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DOL & IRS COVID-19 Relief Extends Deadlines for Employee Benefit Plans

On April 28, 2020, the Department of Labor (DOL) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published a joint notice providing deadline relief to help employee benefit plans, plan participants and plan service providers impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.

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