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5 Open Enrollment Mistakes Small OKC Employers Keep Making
Open enrollment season exposes the same problems every year for small employers around Oklahoma City and Norman. If any of these sound familiar, it's worth fixing before your next renewal — not during it. Mistake #1: Starting the Renewal Conversation Too Late Waiting until 30 days before renewal to review options leaves no time to shop the market, negotiate with your current carrier, or make a plan change without scrambling. Fix: Your broker should be reviewing your renewal 9
Charlie Hopgood
Jul 172 min read
ACA Compliance for Small Businesses: What Employers Need to Know in 2026
For many small business owners, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) still feels like a puzzle. Since it passed, the rules have evolved, the penalties have changed, and the exceptions have multiplied. If you've ever wondered whether your business is actually compliant — or you've simply been hoping for the best — this guide is for you. The good news is that most small businesses face fewer mandatory requirements than large employers. But "fewer" doesn't mean "none." And the areas wh
Charlie Hopgood
Jun 265 min read
ACA Compliance for Small Businesses: What Employers Need to Know in 2026
The Affordable Care Act has been part of the employer benefits landscape for over a decade — but for many small business owners, its requirements still feel murky. What are you actually required to do? What happens if you get it wrong? And does any of this even apply to a business your size? These are fair questions. The answers depend on how many employees you have, whether you offer health insurance, and how your workforce is structured. This guide breaks it down in plain l
Charlie Hopgood
Jun 246 min read
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