Guides & analysis

The ICHRA blog — page 7

Clear, data-backed guides to help employers and employees get the most from an Individual Coverage HRA.

For Employers

ICHRA in Florida 2026: Why Zero Counties Qualify

Florida individual premiums now cost more than small group statewide, so zero counties qualify for ICHRA savings in 2026. See the FLOIR data behind the flip.

For Employers

ICHRA in Texas 2026: Why Only Two Counties Qualify

Texas has 16 ACA insurers, more than any state, yet only 2 of 254 counties beat small group for ICHRA in 2026. See why, and what employers should do.

For Employers

ICHRA in Georgia 2026: 130 Counties Where It Wins

ICHRA beats small-group coverage in 130 Georgia counties for 2026, covering 4.5 million people, though not yet in metro Atlanta. See the county data and why.

For Employers

ACA Subsidy Cliff 2026: What Employers Must Know

Enhanced ACA subsidies expired, and the 400% FPL cliff is back for 2026. Here is what small employers need to know about premiums, income limits and ICHRA.

Comparison

ICHRA vs Small Group 2026: The Employer Decision

A step-by-step framework for employers weighing an ICHRA against renewing small-group coverage — what drives the answer and the traps that sink a rollout.

Setup

How to Set Up an ICHRA Plan: A Step-by-Step Timeline

The full ICHRA setup timeline — plan design, the required 90-day employee notice, open enrollment, and the first tax-free reimbursement.

For Employers

Top 5 ICHRA Benefits for Small Businesses in 2026

From predictable budgets to tax-free reimbursements and easier multi-state hiring — the five reasons small employers are switching to ICHRA.

Comparison

ICHRA vs Traditional Group Insurance, Side by Side

Cost control, employee choice, admin burden, and multi-state coverage — how an ICHRA compares head-to-head with a traditional small-group plan.

Eligibility

ICHRA Eligibility: Who Qualifies to Offer and Enroll

Employer eligibility, employee classes, and the rules that decide who can offer and enroll in an ICHRA — plus the affordability test that affects subsidies.

ICHRA Basics

What Is ICHRA? The Complete 2026 Guide for Employers

A plain-English guide to the Individual Coverage HRA: how it works, IRS rules, who qualifies, and why it now beats small-group coverage in 1,309 US counties.

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