Dinsmore/Steele

09/24/2026

How much should you actually be paying for a PEO?

The answer isn’t just about price. It’s about what you’re getting for it.

Administration, employee benefits, workers’ compensation, payroll, HR support. A PEO can cover a lot, but understanding what you’re paying for and whether the value matches the cost matters.

In our latest blog, we break down the major components of PEO pricing, what businesses should be looking for, and why transparency matters when evaluating the true cost of your PEO.

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Ever wonder how much you should be paying for a Professional Employer Organization (PEO)? We examine the PEO's services and diffreniate the value versus the price. 

09/15/2026

You compared PEOs.
You negotiated pricing.
You reviewed the benefits and service model.
You picked the winner.

Now there’s one last document to sign.

And this is where companies can give back some of the leverage they spent the entire evaluation building.

The proposal may say you’re getting dedicated support, competitive pricing, renewal protections or certain services. But if those commitments aren’t reflected in the final agreement, the relationship may operate very differently than expected.

Before signing, companies should know exactly what happens when fees increase, the next renewal arrives, service falls short, or they eventually want to leave.

The right PEO with the wrong agreement can still be the wrong outcome.

We broke down what companies should review before signing a PEO client service agreement, and when they have the most leverage to address it.

Read the full guide: https://hubs.li/Q04xttJ10

09/01/2026

A PEO relationship should make HR easier, not create more work.

One of our clients had outgrown their existing setup. Service was inconsistent, their benefits were no longer meeting expectations, and their HR technology wasn’t supporting the organization the way it needed to.

We evaluated multiple PEO options and helped them move to a solution with stronger HR technology, expanded employee benefits, and a more responsive service model. We also stayed involved throughout implementation and onboarding to help keep the transition on track.

The result was more than a better platform: $102,867 in annual savings, a 10% reduction in total PEO costs, and $127,373 in reduced admin and benefits spend.

Better technology. Better benefits. Better support. And a solution built to grow with them.

08/27/2026

Good HR support shouldn’t come with unnecessary cost or complexity.

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08/25/2026

Patrick may be our Director of Operations, but around here, he’s also the person we go to when we need an answer to just about anything.

Pat has an incredible understanding of Dinsmore Steele, our clients, and how all the pieces of our business fit together. Ask him about a process, a project, or even a client from years ago, and chances are he remembers the details.

That knowledge makes him an invaluable part of how our team works every day. He keeps us connected, helps us solve problems, and is always someone we can count on when we need guidance or a second set of eyes.

More than anything, Pat brings a level of reliability and consistency that makes everyone around him better at what they do.

Thank you, Pat, for being one of the people who keeps Dinsmore Steele moving and for always being someone our team can count on.

08/20/2026

A renewal increase doesn’t always mean you have to accept higher costs.

One of our clients was facing a projected increase driven by high-cost claimants while also looking for better benefit options and more specialized support.

We evaluated the market, restructured their benefits strategy, and helped identify a solution that better fit both their workforce and long-term needs.

The result? $173,930 in annual savings, a 25% reduction in total PEO costs, and 18 months of rate predictability.

The right renewal strategy isn’t just about what you pay today. It’s about finding a solution that makes sense for where your organization is going.

08/13/2026

Feedback like this means so much to our team. Thank you for trusting Dinsmore Steele to help make the process a little easier.

If you’ve worked with us, we’d love to hear about your experience too. Your feedback helps us continue improving the way we support our clients. https://hubs.li/Q04syC7H0

08/11/2026

Jennifer may be the person we turn to for all things finance, but the impact she has on our team goes far beyond the numbers.

At Dinsmore Steele, our days move quickly, and priorities can shift just as fast. Jennifer has a way of keeping us grounded in what needs to get done while also making sure we take time to recognize what’s going right.

She brings that same intention to how our team connects. From setting the tone for our Monday meetings to creating space for quick daily check-ins, Jennifer has helped build a rhythm that keeps us connected, focused, and moving in the same direction. She also makes celebrating our wins part of the way we work.

Jennifer has helped us become more connected, more focused, and more intentional about working toward our goals together.

Thank you, Jennifer, for everything you do behind the scenes and for the energy, structure, and support you bring to Dinsmore Steele. We’re incredibly lucky to have you on our team.

07/28/2026

As businesses grow, HR needs become more complex.

One investment management client needed broader healthcare network options, support for an international employee, and an HR solution that could scale alongside the business. We helped align their HR strategy with where the company was headed, not just where it was at the time.

The result: $233,000 in annual savings, expanded healthcare network access, and Employer of Record (EOR) capabilities to better support an international workforce.

The right HR strategy should evolve with your business, helping you stay prepared for what's next.

07/23/2026

Client trust means everything to us.

Thank you to our clients for trusting Dinsmore Steele to help guide some of your most important business decisions. We appreciate the opportunity to be part of your journey.