Money Talk

MARCH 22, 2023

With 2022 income tax season well underway and almost three months already passed in 2023, now is an appropriate time to review some evergreen tax planning tools and techniques. For example, for married couples, the standard deduction is $27,700 in 2023 vs. $25,900 in 2022 and for individuals $13,850 vs. $12,950. A key take-away?

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Money Talk

JUNE 28, 2023

It’s halftime for your 2023 finances and a perfect time to review where you stand, make mid-year adjustments, and complete recommended financial planning action steps. This information can help inform decisions about how much more to save up to the 2023 limits of $3,850 (self-only) and $7,750 (family coverage).

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

JANUARY 31, 2023

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 (“CAA 2023”), signed into law on December 29, introduced sweeping reforms to the employee benefits landscape. Not only do the CAA 2023’s “SECURE 2.0” Generally, a participant must pay their HDHP’s deductible before the plan can cover medical services. cut scheduled for 2024.

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Business Management Daily

MARCH 3, 2023

Tax credits vs. tax deductions The end result of taking tax credits and tax deductions is basically the same: You will pay less tax. But there is a difference between the two: Tax deductions reduce your taxable income. Any item you take as a tax credit can’t be used again as a tax deduction. In 2023, this amount is $2.89

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InterWest Insurance Services

DECEMBER 10, 2024

That’s compared with 41% in 2023. Weight-loss drugs are covered by 64% of employers with more than 20,000 employees, up from 56% in 2023. from 2023, but still about 20% higher than it was in 2022. from 2023, but still about 20% higher than it was in 2022. The full list price for Ozempic was $969 in the fall, down 9.7%

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InterWest Insurance Services

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

By 2023, those numbers had risen to $95.4 It could also mean that drivers are choosing not to report damage that may fall below or slightly above their deductibles, which policyholders have been increasing to reduce their premiums. Between January 2019 and July 2024, the average first-party deductible grew by 47% in the U.S.

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InterWest Insurance Services

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

With more than half of all private sector employees enrolled in high-deductible health plans , it’s important that employers have in place certain protocols to ensure that they are a success. Other voluntary benefits like critical illness insurance can fill in the gaps when employees have a high deductible.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 17, 2023

Recently, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced (See Revenue Procedure 2023-23) cost-of-living adjustments to the applicable dollar limits for health savings accounts (HSAs), high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) and excepted benefit health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) for 2024.

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Money Talk

APRIL 14, 2022

Here are 12 tax topics to consider: Itemized Deductions- Only about 10% of taxpayers can itemize since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act went into effect in 2018. Strategies to garner a tax benefit for charitable gifts to qualified charities include “bunching” deductions into one tax year and setting up and funding a donor advised fund.

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HR Lineup

OCTOBER 30, 2023

As we venture into 2023, businesses are seeking cutting-edge solutions to simplify HR and accounting tasks. In this article, we will explore the top 10 HR accounting software options available in 2023, each offering a unique set of features and capabilities to cater to different business needs.

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HR Lineup

OCTOBER 25, 2023

As we step into 2023, retirement planning has become more critical than ever. In this article, we’ll explore the top 10 401(k) providers for 2023, each offering unique features and benefits to help you make an informed decision. 10 Best 401(k) companies of 2023 1. What is a 401(k)?

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InterWest Insurance Services

MAY 12, 2022

The IRS has announced significantly higher health savings account contribution limits for 2023, with the amount increasing more than 5% for individual HSA plans. Here are the new figures for 2023: HSA annual contribution limit. HDHP minimum annual deductible. Individual plan: $3,850, up from $3,650 in 2022. Planning ahead.

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Money Talk

AUGUST 8, 2024

Simply look at your 2023 tax return and divide your total tax owed by taxable income. Otherwise, you could overlook valuable tax deductions (e.g., Consider accelerating deductions (e.g., medical expenses and write-offs for college savings plan contributions).

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Benefit Resource Inc.

MAY 5, 2022

Find details on the HSA 2023 contribution limits for individuals and families and HDHP requirements here! For employers and individuals currently in a plan set at or near the minimum deductible limits, you will need to make adjustments to ensure your plan remains HSA eligible. HDHP minimum deductible: $1,500 (up from $1,400).

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HR Lineup

JULY 10, 2023

However, choosing the best HR software for your business in 2023 can be a daunting task, given the plethora of options available. How to Choose an HR Software System in 2023? Payroll management: Integration with payroll processes, including calculating wages, taxes, deductions, and generating payslips.

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WEX Inc.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Nearly two-thirds of large employers provide their employees with the choice of a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) and a traditional health plan, such as a preferred provider organization (PPO), during open enrollment. The IRS sets deductible limits that determine what is an HDHP. But there are high-deductible PPOs, as well.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

JANUARY 3, 2023

If you’re in the 70% of people who have health-related goals for 2023, let’s take a look at how pre-tax benefits can help set goals and prioritize your health this year and beyond. As we begin 2023 fresh with optimism for achieving our goals — make sure you set yourself up for success by utilizing pre-tax benefits.

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Money Talk

APRIL 11, 2024

The 2023 income tax filing deadline is only days away (April 15, 2024 in most of the U.S.). The maximum contribution for traditional IRAs for 2023 was $6,500 for workers under age 50 and $7,500 for those age 50+. It will be a busy weekend for many taxpayers and tax preparers who are filing tax returns or tax filing extensions.

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Money Talk

DECEMBER 7, 2023

As the year winds down so, too, does your opportunity to take proactive steps to reduce 2023 income tax due in April 2024 and, perhaps, taxes due in future years as well. By early December 2023, income and tax withholding should be pretty predictable and tax-saving strategies taken so far (e.g., Seek professional advice as needed.

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Griffin Benefits

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The IRS has finally announced adjustments to 2023 contribution limits on various tax-advantaged health and dependent care spending accounts, retirement plans, and other employee benefits such as adoption assistance and transportation benefits. Employees can deposit an incremental $200 into their Health Care FSAs in 2023.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), 2023 (Public Law 117-328), extended certain key virtual care flexibilities instituted during the COVID-19 public health emergency through December 31, 2024. This includes the telehealth safe harbor for health savings account-eligible high deductible health plans.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

OCTOBER 21, 2022

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Social Security Administration announced the cost-of-living adjustments to the applicable dollar limits on various employer-sponsored retirement and welfare plans and the Social Security wage base for 2023.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 17, 2023

2024 HDHP minimum deductible and maximum out-of-pocket limits also are increasing. These are increases of $300 and $550, respectively, from 2023 HSA contribution limits. These are increases of $300 and $550, respectively, from 2023 HSA contribution limits. What are the 2024 HSA contribution limits?

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WEX Inc.

MAY 10, 2024

2025 HDHP minimum deductible and maximum out-of-pocket limits also are increasing. 2025 high-deductible health plan (HDHP) amounts and expense limits also increased. The 2025 HDHP minimum deductible is $1,650 for self-only coverage and $3,300 for family coverage.

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Higginbotham

APRIL 8, 2025

trillion, or roughly $14,600 per person, according to 2023 data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Rising premiums, increased deductibles and mounting prescription drug costs can quickly erode health care budgets. Health care spending in the U.S.

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Benefits Notes

JANUARY 4, 2023

Recently Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 (“2023 CAA”). Among other things, the 2023 CAA extends, for a second time, the telehealth relief provided under the CARES Act. In other words, this relief is available for the 2023 and 2024 plan years if the plan has a calendar plan year.

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Snell & Wilmer Benefits

JANUARY 24, 2023

If you sponsor a high deductible health plan (“HDHP”) and have been tracking telehealth relief, your head may be spinning and rightfully so! There have been various laws and guidance impacting HDHPs and telehealth since 2020 and most recently, new legislation extended relief for 2023 and 2024 plan years.

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InterWest Insurance Services

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

The IRS has released the 2023 maximum contribution amounts for health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts. They also cover the minimum deductibles that qualify programs as high-deductible health plans (HDHPs), which an HSA must be attached to under law. 7,750 for family coverage (up $450). Retirement plan maximums.

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

JUNE 27, 2023

As a reminder, if an HDHP covers medical items and services before the participant satisfies the IRS minimum deductible (self-only or family), that coverage may disqualify the participant’s HSA contributions. Notice 2023-37 can be downloaded here. Yes, for a limited time.

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Money Talk

JUNE 13, 2024

With the 2023 tax filing deadline in the rear view mirror, now is a good time to look ahead to 2024 taxes that you will owe in April 2025. 12% rate becomes 15%), standard deductions will halve, the child tax credit will revert to $1,000, and the $10,000 limit on itemizing state and local taxes (SALT) will end.

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Hppy

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Highlighting earnings and deductions, as well as paystubs, fosters transparency and trust between employers and employees. By providing a detailed record of wages and deductions, they help both employers and employees meet legal requirements. They provide a detailed breakdown of wages, taxes, and deductions.

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Money Talk

AUGUST 16, 2023

Social Security Earnings Limit- Those who claim Social Security before full retirement age will have their benefits reduced $1 for every $2 they earn over $21,240 (2023 limit). Medicare Premium Tax Write-Off - Self-employed people age 65+ who are enrolled in Medicare Part B and D can deduct their monthly premiums against business income.

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WEX Inc.

MARCH 7, 2023

It also shows pre-tax contributions made to your account by you and your employer through payroll deductions. It’s a little different from your W-2 because it’ll show any contributions – not just those made through payroll deductions. HSA administrators have until May 31, 2023 to issue Form 5498-SA to HSA participants.

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Benefits Notes

OCTOBER 24, 2022

On October 21, 2022, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released Notice 2022-55 , which sets forth the 2023 cost-of-living adjustments affecting dollar limits on benefits and contributions for qualified retirement plans. The following chart summarizes the 2023 limits for benefit plans. HDHP Minimum Deductible Limits.

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Best Money Moves

DECEMBER 9, 2024

One method of support employers are providing will come in the form of affordable deductibles. According to the report, 40% of large companies will offer a medical plan with a low or no deductible.

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Money Talk

AUGUST 15, 2024

During the past eight months, I have slowly made my way through parts of the 2023 Symposium that I missed and was interested in, including a general session about poverty in America when my flight was abruptly moved up (without my consent) and I had to leave early. Also, the U.S.

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InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 5, 2022

As the 2023 group health open enrollment season nears, more employers have heard concerns among their staff and are focusing on affordability and easier access to health care services, according to a new study. The survey found that 70% of all large employers were planning benefit enhancements for 2023. workers with more medical debt.

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