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Whether you’re new to or familiar with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), there are some key terms you should know. FSAs are employer-sponsored benefit plans which allow employees to set aside money before taxes to cover out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. When the plan is setup, the employer has several spending options to choose from: use it or … More >>
Health Savings Accounts are increasing in popularity due to participants’ ability to reduce healthcare expenses, save on taxes, and put additional money aside for retirement. HSAs have been available since 2005, and people have many questions about how to qualify for an account, what expenses are eligible, how to open an account, and other Health … More >>
Benefits enrollment season is a time for making important decisions regarding healthcare expenses for you and your family. In addition to health insurance options, many companies sponsor tax-advantaged healthcare accounts, like Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) or Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). FSAs and HSAs are popular because you can save money on taxes while setting aside … More >>
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) offer healthcare consumers who are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) a tax-advantaged tool for setting aside money to pay for qualified medical expenses. In addition to the tax benefits, what makes an HSA especially valuable is the ability to grow the account funds through investing. Then, upon reaching age … More >>
Across the nation, school has started (or is about to start) for many kids and college students! For Flexible Spending Account (FSA) holders, now is a great time to make the most of their tax-free contributions. The great news is that back-to-school shopping is perfect for putting your FSA dollars to good use. Some schools … More >>
The following guide provides answers to frequently asked questions about Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA FAQs). A Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) is part of consumer driven healthcare, allowing participants to use set aside money to pay for out-of-pocket medical expenses for themselves and their families. While HRAs have the same basic legal guidelines as other types … More >>
Did you know that a change of status during the plan year affects the account holder’s annual Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution limit? The following provides an overview of regulations plus examples of how the changes to contribution limits are calculated. If you have an HSA, you’re probably aware that you can change your contribution … More >>
You’re familiar with healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), with which you can set aside money from your paycheck pre-tax (before payroll taxes are calculated) to use in paying eligible medical expenses. You may not be as familiar, though, with the Limited-Purpose FSA (LPFSA). What is an LPFSA? An LPFSA is an option made available by … More >>
For many Americans, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are an important benefit that helps reduce their out-of-pocket healthcare costs and save money on their taxes. An estimated 43 percent of all civilian (non-government) workers have access to an FSA through their employers. These employer-sponsored, tax-advantaged accounts allow participants (employees) to set aside money before taxes to pay for … More >>
Among the benefits that American workers receive, one of the most important options is COBRA insurance. COBRA allows workers to keep their healthcare coverage in case they experience a qualifying event that may cause them to lose coverage. For more information about COBRA insurance, see the following COBRA FAQs. What is COBRA? Now over three … More >>