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Healthcare Provider Update: Healthcare Provider for Foot Locker: Foot Locker primarily offers health insurance coverage through a partnership with UnitedHealthcare. This collaboration allows Foot Locker employees access to a variety of health benefits, ensuring comprehensive coverage for their medical needs. Potential Healthcare Cost Increases in 2026: As we approach 2026, Foot Locker employees may face significant healthcare cost increases, largely driven by the anticipated expiration of enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace plans. Insurers are projecting premium hikes of up to 66% in specific regions, and without congressional intervention to extend these subsidies, many employees could see their out-of-pocket costs rise dramatically-possibly exceeding 75%. This combination of heightened medical expenses and the loss of financial support from federal initiatives presents a challenging landscape for Foot Locker employees relying on ACA coverage. As these costs escalate, proactive financial planning becomes crucial for affected individuals. Click here to learn more
Most Foot Locker employees have already heard of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, if they or someone they know has plans to attend a college, career school, or university. Last year, around 70% of families submitted a FAFSA to the Department of Education to secure financial assistance. But what many prospective and current students may overlook are the various federal grants awarded to students in need each year.
Granted value
Most federal grants, unlike loans, function as sources of funding. There are some exceptions, though. For example, if a student is awarded a grant, but withdraws from the program in which they’re enrolled, they may be required to pay back all or a portion of that grant.
Know your grants
The Department of Education offers multiple aid packages as part of the Federal Student Grant Program and all Foot Locker employees should be aware of them. The following four are granted most often, and each has different requirements for eligibility. The information below applies to the 2023-2024 academic year:
- Federal Pell Grants - With a maximum award of $6,895, Pell Grants are reserved for undergraduate students who have exceptional financial need and have not earned a bachelor’s, graduate, or professional degree yet.
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEO) - FSEO Grants award a maximum of $4,000 to those who demonstrate exceptional need and have not yet earned a bachelor’s or graduate degree. FSEO Grants also give priority to Pell Grant recipients over other applicants.
- Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grants - These grants award a maximum of $6,895, and they’re only for students whose parent or guardian served in a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and died while serving in Iraq or Afghanistan after the events of 9/11.
- Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grants - TEACH Grants award a maximum of $4,000, and they’re reserved for students who are enrolled in teaching preparation programs and agree to teach for a minimum of 4 years at the elementary or secondary school level in a high-need field.
FAFSA Required
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No matter who you are or your financial situation, you may want to consider submitting a FAFSA. After all, the grants listed above do require recipients to have an application on file with the Department of Education. And who knows? The potential financial benefit that you as a Foot Locker employee could secure may surprise you.
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What types of contributions can employees make to the Foot Locker 401(k) plan?
Employees at Foot Locker can make pre-tax contributions, Roth (after-tax) contributions, and catch-up contributions if they are eligible.
Does Foot Locker offer any employer matching contributions to the 401(k) plan?
Yes, Foot Locker provides an employer match on employee contributions up to a certain percentage, which is outlined in the plan details.
When can employees at Foot Locker enroll in the 401(k) plan?
Employees can enroll in the Foot Locker 401(k) plan during their initial onboarding or during the annual open enrollment period.
What is the vesting schedule for employer contributions in Foot Locker's 401(k) plan?
Foot Locker has a vesting schedule that typically requires employees to work for a certain number of years before they fully own the employer contributions.
Can employees take loans against their Foot Locker 401(k) savings?
Yes, Foot Locker allows employees to take loans from their 401(k) accounts under certain conditions as specified in the plan.
How can Foot Locker employees access their 401(k) account information?
Employees can access their Foot Locker 401(k) account information through the plan's online portal or by contacting the plan administrator.
Are there any fees associated with Foot Locker's 401(k) plan?
Yes, Foot Locker's 401(k) plan may have administrative fees and investment-related fees, which are disclosed in the plan documents.
What investment options are available in Foot Locker's 401(k) plan?
Foot Locker offers a variety of investment options, including mutual funds, target-date funds, and other investment vehicles.
How often can Foot Locker employees change their contribution amounts?
Employees can change their contribution amounts to the Foot Locker 401(k) plan at any time, subject to the plan’s guidelines.
What happens to Foot Locker employees' 401(k) savings if they leave the company?
If Foot Locker employees leave the company, they can roll over their 401(k) savings to another retirement account, cash out, or leave the funds in the Foot Locker plan if eligible.
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