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Should I Offer My Employees Critical Illness Insurance?

Should I Offer My Employees Critical Illness Insurance?

Critical illness insurance is designed to compensate policyholders in a lump payment if they are diagnosed with a range of illnesses as listed in the policy. These policies can also be structured to make a series of payments based on the policyholder’s condition and ongoing medical treatments. Also known as catastrophic illness insurance, it covers major health emergencies, such as heart attack, cancer, or stroke....

How Too Much Exercise Can Be Bad For Your Health

How Too Much Exercise Can Be Bad For Your Health

Exercise is good for your health – we all know that. But it is possible to exercise too much. In fact, recent studies have found that overdoing it could cause damage to your body and your brain. How Much Is Too Much Exercise? Regular exercise can help you maintain a healthy weight, improve your cardiovascular health, lower your risk for diabetes, and even improve your...

What Are The Minimum & Maximum I Can Contribute To My 401(k) Each Year?

What Are The Minimum & Maximum I Can Contribute To My 401(k) Each Year?

There is no minimum amount you are required to contribute to your 401(k). However, there are suggested amounts to help maximize your retirement potential. There is a maximum amount you are allowed to contribute to a 401(k) annually, as established under federal law. What Are the Suggested Amounts for 401(k) Contributions? By the time you reach age 35, some financial experts say you should have...

The Importance Of A Yearly Physical With Your Doctor

The Importance Of A Yearly Physical With Your Doctor

One of the reasons why it is so important to have health insurance is that it makes it possible to get yearly physical exams and preventative medical care. Conscientiously getting your annual exam is one the best things you can do for your health. The following are some of the reasons why a yearly physical is so critical to your health overall. Reasons To Get...

Introducing The “Erie Agents Giving Back” Project

Introducing The “Erie Agents Giving Back” Project

Unprecedented. Over the past few months, it’s a word that has become a part of our everyday vocabulary. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought on feelings of uncertainty, frustration, exhaustion, and even fear. Despite these unprecedented times, humanity and kindness continue to endure and people have stepped up in extraordinary ways to help those in need. At Erie Insurance, we’ve been committed to the Golden Rule...