Knowledge Base

From the latest news and updates to more in-depth information, we keep our finger on the pulse of what benefits you most.

Health and Welfare

Update on NBS’s Response to the Federal Government’s COBRA Relief Provisions

An update on NBS’s handling of the COVID-19 relief for COBRA.

Updates

NBS Completes SOC 1 and SOC 2 Examinations

NBS takes seriously its commitment to clients that they will experience excellence through trust, innovation, service, and partnership.

Retirement

457(b) Distributions

Learn the distribution rules for your 457 plan to help navigate your retirement.

Health and Welfare

New IRS Guidance: Cafeteria Plan, FSAs, HDHPs, and More

Summarizing the recent changes announced by the IRS, The Department of Labor, and The Department of Treasury for Cafeteria Plans.

Retirement

Contributions Types for 403(b), 457 Retirement Plans

Depending on your employer’s plan document, you may make a few different types of contributions to your 403(b) or 457 retirement account.

Retirement

Helpful Reminders during COVID-19 Economic Volatility

We can’t predict the future, but COVID-19 is not the first pandemic to hit the country. Here are some reminders to keep in mind.

Retirement

COVID-19, The CARES Act, and Your Retirement Plan

The CARES Act includes several items that may directly affect you and your retirement plan. NBS is here to provide a high level of service to help you through these unprecedented times.

Retirement

The Benefits of 403bcompare

403bcompare.com is a great resource for public education employees in the state of California. Here is a step by step guide on how to utilize this site.

Health and Welfare

Orthodontia and the FSA

Clearing up questions and making it easy to use FSA for your orthodontia expenses.

Health and Welfare

California Adopts FSA Notification Requirements for 2020

Beginning January 1, 2020, California employers may face additional notice requirements when offering a flexible spending account to employees.