Benefit Resource Inc.

MARCH 20, 2024

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 2023, BRI was acquired by Millennium Trust, a leading provider of health, wealth, retirement, and benefits solutions. ROCHESTER, N.Y.,

Health Savings Account 52

Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Taxes 52

WEX Inc.

MAY 2, 2024

Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) are great tools for you and your employees to save money, and for your employees to prepare for potential medical expenses. For employers, HRAs or HSAs come with perks, including tax savings and increased employee retention.

Health Savings Account 98

Health Savings Account 401(k) Flexible Spending Account Taxes 98

PeopleStrategy

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Let’s get into these areas that deserve another look before the new year starts: health savings accounts, overtime, retirement, remote employment, and the Affordable Care Act. HSA Compliance Health savings accounts (HSAs) have become commonplace in the last several years as a way to offset high deductible health plans.

401(k) 52

401(k) Overtime Health Savings Account Retirement Plan 52

InterWest Insurance Services

JUNE 20, 2024

The IRS has announced significantly higher health savings account contribution limits for 2025, with the amount increasing 3.6% The IRS updates this amount annually, along with minimum deductibles as well as the out-of-pocket maximums for high-deductible health plans. They are not taxed on withdrawals.

Deductible 80

Deductible Deductions Health Savings Account Medical 80

WEX Inc.

AUGUST 21, 2024

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. The IRS normally allows up to a $640 carryover in 2024 of medical FSA funds from one plan year to the next. What is a FSA?

Flexible Spending Account 105

Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Health Savings Account IT 105

InterWest Insurance Services

JUNE 8, 2023

The IRS has raised the maximum amount people can funnel into their health savings accounts by 7.8% for 2024, the largest increase ever, brought to you by inflation. The IRS updates this amount annually, along with minimum deductibles as well as the out-of-pocket maximums for high-deductible health plans.

Deductible 52

Deductible Deductions Health Savings Account Medical 52

InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 7, 2024

If you have staff with health savings accounts, they still have until April 15 to make additional contributions to their accounts if they want to reduce their tax bills for last year. For 2024, the limits are $4,150 for single coverage and $8,300 for family coverage.)

401(k) 85

401(k) Health Savings Account Pharmaceutical Deductible 85

WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 8, 2024

While health savings accounts (HSAs) can support short-term and emergency needs , HSA participants are increasingly taking advantage of these accounts’ investment potential. This blog post was most recently updated in October 2024. It is not legal or tax advice. Get our free guide.

401(k) 52

401(k) Health Savings Account Deductible Deductions 52

InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 4, 2024

workers choosing high-deductible health plans has leveled off during the last two years, uptake has been growing rapidly among one segment of the working population: Gen Z employees. The plans are typically tied to a health savings account (HSA), which employees can fund with pre-tax dollars to reimburse for health-related expenses.

Voluntary Benefits 78

Voluntary Benefits Flexible Spending Account Deductible Deductions 78

WEX Inc.

AUGUST 22, 2024

Invest your HSA funds Investing your HSA funds can enable your money to grow faster, tax-free, and help supplement your needs long-term while you save for retirement. In fact, only 8% of account holders were investing their HSA balance in 2024. This pairing helps expand your savings potential over time.

401(k) 52

401(k) Health Savings Account Retirement Plan Taxes 52

InterWest Insurance Services

DECEMBER 7, 2023

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).

Flexible Spending Account 86

Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Pharmaceutical Health Savings Account 86

Higginbotham

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Are you offering your employees health insurance options that work for their budgets? While not ideal for everyone, a high-deductible health plan can be very appealing to some workers, especially when it’s paired with a health savings account. Do your employees know how to make the most of an HSA?

Deductions 52

Deductions Deductible Health Savings Account Health Insurance 52

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

JANUARY 31, 2023

provisions make some significant changes for retirement plans , but CAA 2023 also extends the telehealth plan safe harbor for high-deductible health plans (“HDHPs”) that were first introduced in the 2020 CARES Act. cut scheduled for 2024. Mental Health Parity Enforcement. Not only do the CAA 2023’s “SECURE 2.0”

Deductions 98

Deductions Deductible Health Savings Account Retirement Plan 98

InterWest Insurance Services

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

The IRS has released the 2023 maximum contribution amounts for health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts. The changes, which the IRS releases in November each year, will affect contribution limits for HSAs, FSAs and 401(k) and other retirement accounts. 3,000 for family coverage (up $200).

401(k) 84

401(k) Deductible Deductions Flexible Spending Account 84

Best Money Moves

OCTOBER 22, 2024

According to the 2023-2024 Aflac WorkForces Report, 50% of workers report anxiety about out-of-pocket health care expenses, even beyond what insurance covers. Furthermore, 51% of employees would need to dip into their savings or checking accounts for unexpected medical bills.

Out of Pocket Cost 59

Out of Pocket Cost Healthcare Health Savings Account Medical 59

WEX Inc.

JUNE 13, 2024

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) allow your employees to use pre-tax dollars to cover eligible out-of-pocket healthcare expenses, providing a tax-efficient way to manage medical costs and helping you and your employees save money. It is not legal or tax advice.

Flexible Spending Account 52

Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Health Savings Account Taxes 52

Best Money Moves

OCTOBER 22, 2024

According to the 2023-2024 Aflac WorkForces Report, 50% of workers report anxiety about out-of-pocket health care expenses, even beyond what insurance covers. Furthermore, 51% of employees would need to dip into their savings or checking accounts for unexpected medical bills.

Out of Pocket Cost 52

Out of Pocket Cost Healthcare Health Savings Account Medical 52

CorpStrat

JANUARY 22, 2024

As we settle into 2024, many teams have recently renewed their Employee Benefits plans. It’s worth checking out the specifics, as this can lead to significant savings. Together, let’s ensure that 2024 is a year of health and well-being for you and your employees!

Employee Benefits 52

Employee Benefits Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending 52

InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 1, 2023

For 2024, for a plan to qualify as an HDHP the deductible must be at least $1,400 for an individual and $2,800 for a family. These plans usually have an attached health savings account to which your workers can transfer funds pre-tax from their paychecks to use for paying deductibles, copays and other medical expenses.

Family and Medical Leave Act 94

Family and Medical Leave Act Out of Pocket Cost Deductible Deductions 94

InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 22, 2023

For 2024, for a plan to qualify as an HDHP the deductible must be at least $1,400 for an individual and $2,800 for a family. These plans usually have an attached health savings account to which your workers can transfer funds pre-tax from their paychecks to use for paying deductibles, copays and other medical expenses.

Family and Medical Leave Act 89

Family and Medical Leave Act Out of Pocket Cost Deductible Deductions 89

Higginbotham

JANUARY 12, 2024

Health accounts or arrangements are designed to cover the costs of eligible health care services, typically including medical , vision and dental expenses. These setups can often provide substantial tax benefits as well. Taxes: Withdrawals are not typically subject to income tax, and contributions may be tax-free as well.

Flexible Spending Account 52

Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Deductible Deductions 52

Empuls

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

  Workplace dynamics are constantly evolving, the year 2024 promises a revolutionary shift in how organizations approach employee experience. Hybrid working models will be on the rise The remote work revolution that gained momentum in the previous years shows no signs of slowing down in 2024.

Employee Benefits 40

Employee Benefits Financial Counseling Healthcare Retirement Plan 40

Higginbotham

JUNE 9, 2023

P CORI Fees Due July 31, 2023 The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires health insurance issuers and self-insured plan sponsors to pay Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute fees (PCORI fees). The fees are reported and paid annually using IRS Form 720 (Quarterly Federal Excise Tax Return). for plan years ending on or after Oct.

Deductible 52

Deductible Deductions Health Insurance Taxes 52

Snell & Wilmer Benefits

JANUARY 24, 2023

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. For calendar year plans, this extension means that the plan may offer the telehealth relief for the 2023 and 2024 plan years. The 2023 CAA telehealth relief is temporary.

Deductions 52

Deductions Deductible Family and Medical Leave Act Health and Welfare 52

Snell & Wilmer Benefits

JANUARY 24, 2023

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. For calendar year plans, this extension means that the plan may offer the telehealth relief for the 2023 and 2024 plan years. The 2023 CAA telehealth relief is temporary.

Deductions 40

Deductions Deductible Family and Medical Leave Act Health and Welfare 40

Higginbotham

MARCH 17, 2023

ACA Pay or Play Penalties Will Increase for 2024 On March 9, 2023, the IRS released updated penalty amounts for 2024 related to the employer shared responsibility (pay or play) rules under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). For calendar year 2024, the adjusted $2,000 penalty amount is $2,970. What are lifestyle spending accounts?

Health Insurance 52

Health Insurance Flexible Spending Account Insurance Benefits Package 52

Hppy

JUNE 7, 2018

Of those over 65, nearly 19 percent were working as of 2017 , and by 2024, that number increases to 36 percent of those between 65 and 69 needing to work. Employers should also revisit plans with changing health care needs of employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) Offer Financial Reprieve.

Retirement Plan 50

Retirement Plan 401(k) Health Savings Account Education 50

WEX Inc.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

trillion spending bill that President Biden signed into law in December 2022 included an additional two-year extension of these provisions, so Medicare telehealth coverage provisions will remain in place through 2024. trillion spending bill also extended a provision that provided relief to health savings account (HSA) participants.

Flexible Spending Account 52

Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Health Savings Account Taxes 52

WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As we approach the 2024 United States presidential election, Chris Byrd, senior vice president, health executive and, more broadly, head of Government Affairs at WEX, joined our Benefits Buzz podcast for an insightful conversation on how election years can influence employee benefits. It is not legal or tax advice.

Employee Benefits 59

Employee Benefits Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Out of Pocket Cost 59