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Flexible Spending Account Contribution Limit Climbs

InterWest Insurance Services

The IRS recently announced that the annual contribution limit for flexible spending accounts will rise to $3,200 in 2024, up $150 from this year. Also, employees will be able to carry over up to $640 next year into 2025 if they have funds left over in their account, if their employer allows it (it’s optional).

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The IRS use-or-lose rule and what it means for FSAs

WEX Inc.

The IRS’ use-or-lose rule governs flexible spending accounts (FSAs). A flexible spending account (FSA) is an employer-sponsored benefit that allows employees to set aside a portion of their pre-tax salary to pay for qualified medical expenses or dependent care expenses. It is not legal or tax advice.

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WEX celebrates HSA Day 2024 with resources for HR leaders, employees

WEX Inc.

“Health savings accounts are booming in popularity, with total assets eclipsing $123 billion in 2023 – nearly triple from just five years earlier – and yet they’re still widely misunderstood,” said Robert Deshaies, Chief Operating Officer of Benefits at WEX. Employers’ contributions to employees’ HSAs are tax deductible.

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Top 10 Employee Benefits Certifications for Professionals in 2024

HR Lineup

Below are the top 10 employee benefits certifications for professionals in 2024. Certified Health Savings Adviser (CHSA®) The Certified Health Savings Adviser (CHSA®) is a specialized credential that focuses on Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and other consumer-driven healthcare options.

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Benefit Resource Named 2024 ADP Marketplace Partner of the Year

Benefit Resource Inc.

March 20, 2024 – Benefit Resource (BRI) , an Inspira Financial solution, has been recognized as Partner of the Year at the 2024 ADP Marketplace Partner Summit held in Atlanta, Ga. In early 2024, Millennium Trust Company rebranded as Inspira Financial. ROCHESTER, N.Y., Learn more at inspirafinancial.com.

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6 things to know if you’re a first-time medical FSA participant

WEX Inc.

Did you recently elect to participate in a medical flexible spending account (FSA) ? What is a medical flexible spending account (FSA)? A medical FSA is a tax-advantaged employee benefit that gives participants the opportunity to save on out-of-pocket medical, dental, and vision eligible expenses.

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HRA vs. HSA: What you need to know

WEX Inc.

For employers, HRAs or HSAs come with perks, including tax savings and increased employee retention. Health reimbursement arrangement An HRA is an employer-funded benefits plan that employees use to save pre-tax dollars on medical costs. Health savings account An HSA is a participant-owned account funded by you and/or your employees.