The Ignition Blog

Learn which employee benefits startups should offer at each growth stage, what they cost, and how to set up the right package for your team.

How health insurance works in the US, from a founder who overpaid $4M. Your options, how plans are funded, what drives your rate, and how to renew.

Explore alternatives to employer health insurance and compare costs, tax treatment, risks, and eligibility to find the right option for your team.

Learn how to read a group health insurance quote, understand costs and coverage, spot red flags, and compare quotes before choosing a plan.

Compare the 7 best employee benefits platforms of 2026 by features, price, and customer reviews, so you can choose the right fit for your team.

Understand how insurance brokers get paid, from commission structures and fees to bonuses, overrides, and compensation disclosures.

Learn how much insurance agents make per policy, how commissions work, and what brokers earn on group health plans.

A broker of record (BOR) letter is a signed document that names your new insurance broker with a carrier, transferring service rights without changing your plan.

Nava Benefits holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating on G2 from 67 reviews, praised for responsive service and its app, with complaints on app gaps and rep turnover.