WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Visual health is a vital component of overall well-being, and unexpected eye-related expenses can put a strain on your finances. However, for participants of health savings accounts (HSAs) or medical flexible spending accounts (FSAs) , there are ways to alleviate the financial burden associated with vision-related costs.

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 2, 2024

If you’ve never been asked if you would like to participate in an employee benefits account before, you might be asking yourself, “What are all these acronyms?” Click here for the first blog post in our series on choosing a health plan for the first time. Subscribe to our blog to stay updated on all the benefits information!

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WEX Inc.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Health savings account (HSA) eligibility is determined on an individual basis. If the employee is enrolled in a qualifying high-deductible health plan (HDHP) , does not have any disqualifying coverage, and cannot be claimed as another’s tax dependent, the employee is eligible to contribute to an HSA.

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Health savings accounts (HSAs) HSA participants save money by contributing funds to their HSA pre-tax. Ensure these resources highlight the triple-tax savings, long-term investment potential, and portability between jobs that HSAs offer. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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WEX Inc.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Beyond the traditional 401(k) match , some employers are introducing student loan repayment matching , helping employees reduce debt while saving for retirement. Stay up to date on the latest in benefits by subscribing to our blog! The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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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.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 10, 2024

Health savings account (HSA) contribution limits are on the rise again in 2025. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only. WEX receives compensation from some of the merchants identified in its blog posts. 2025 HDHP minimum deductible and maximum out-of-pocket limits also are increasing.

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are often misunderstood, despite their significant financial advantages. It’s time to clarify the ins and outs of these tax-saving healthcare accounts and answer some HSA and FSA FAQs. It is not legal or tax advice.

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 7, 2024

If you are, then you have a health savings account (HSA). And you’re investing to grow your funds so they increase at a much higher rate than they would in an HSA’s cash account. But even the most savvy investors can get more out of their accounts. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 10, 2023

You might be surprised to learn that your health savings account (HSA) and medical flexible spending account (FSA) can help you save on purchases of a variety of back-to-school, expenses, including: Thermometers. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 29, 2023

And did you know that a variety of fertility and infertility treatments are eligible for health savings account (HSA) and medical flexible spending account (FSA) funds? The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only. What are fertility benefits? Here are a few to-dos for you.

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WEX Inc.

APRIL 25, 2024

This can make HDHPs a great option for saving on monthly payments. Health savings accounts Another great perk of HDHPs is they can be paired with health savings accounts (HSAs). An HSA is a tax-advantaged savings account that allows you to save money specifically for medical expenses.

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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. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Visual health is a vital component of overall well-being, and unexpected eye-related expenses can put a strain on your finances. However, for participants of health savings accounts (HSAs) or medical flexible spending accounts (FSAs) , there are ways to alleviate the financial burden associated with vision-related costs.

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WEX Inc.

MARCH 7, 2023

We wanted to share a few tips and reminders about the health savings account (HSA) information you’ll need for your tax return. WEX's HSA participants can find the tax forms related to their HSA under the “Message Center” tab of their online account. Subscribe to our blog on the right-hand side.

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 7, 2023

Sunscreen can cost as much as $40 a bottle, but did you know you can actually use your health savings account (HSA) or medical flexible spending account (FSA) funds on many SPF-related expenses? WEX receives compensation from some of the merchants identified in its blog posts. How’s your sunscreen stock?

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Participating in a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) is a great way to save money. Health savings account An HSA is an individually owned benefits plan funded by you or your employer that lets you save on purchases of eligible expenses.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

JANUARY 2, 2020

As we close out the decade, we look back at the most educational, news breaking blogs. From tax reform to how-to articles, here are the top 10 blogs from Benefit Resource: Check Your Balance. From the FSAStore to Amazon, here are the best places to use up your Flexible Spending Account funds. And that’s a wrap for 2019!

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 21, 2024

With a health savings account (HSA) , all funds carry over from year to year. That’s one reason HSAs are “savings” accounts, while FSAs are “spending” accounts. This blog post originally published in December of 2021 and was most recently updated in August of 2024. Does use-or-lose also apply to HSAs?

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WEX Inc.

JULY 24, 2023

And it’s a solution you might already be offering: the health savings account. These accounts provide another way for your employees to diversify their efforts to prepare for retirement. We cover some of the survey findings in this blog post and infographic. IRS Publication 969 outlines health savings accounts.

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WEX Inc.

JULY 9, 2024

Does your health savings account (HSA) have enough funds to carry you through the second half of the year? The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only. And, if it does, is there more you could be doing to grow those funds? Perform your HSA midyear check! It is not legal or tax advice.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 17, 2023

Health savings account (HSA) contribution limits are on the rise again in 2024. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only. WEX receives compensation from some of the merchants identified in its blog posts. 2024 HDHP minimum deductible and maximum out-of-pocket limits also are increasing.

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Money Talk

APRIL 28, 2022

Methods include webinars, podcasts, blogs, television and radio shows, print media, websites, and more. Health Savings Accounts - One study found that the tax savings on many employees’ contributions to a health savings account (HSA) increases wealth by more than an employer match on the same employees’ 401(k) contributions.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 31, 2023

For those who have health savings accounts (HSAs) or medical flexible spending accounts (FSAs) , there are opportunities to save money on these expenses. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only. WEX receives compensation from some of the merchants identified in its blog posts.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Increasingly, employers are offering their employees both HSA-eligible health plans (or high-deductible health plans ) and traditional health plans. If you rarely go to the doctor or would like to enroll in a health savings account (HSA) , an HSA-eligible health plan may be right for you!

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WEX Inc.

MAY 8, 2023

HDHPs can actually be a great healthcare saving option for employees of all ages. Along with paying a lower premium, HDHPs offer financial opportunities that PPOs do not because employees can enroll in a health savings account (HSA) , but only if they’re also enrolled in an HSA-eligible HDHP.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Increasingly, employers are offering their employees both HSA-eligible health plans (or high-deductible health plans ) and traditional health plans. If you rarely go to the doctor or would like to enroll in a health savings account (HSA) , an HSA-eligible health plan may be right for you!

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InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 11, 2024

The Department of Labor’s new fiduciary rule, which mainly applies to 401(k) plans, will also affect employers who offer their staff health savings accounts. The new rule, which takes effect September 2024, bars employers from providing advice to their workers on how they should invest the funds in the HSA they offer.

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WEX Inc.

JUNE 13, 2024

To help you prepare, here is a breakdown of three common retirement accounts: an HSA vs. a 401(k) vs. an IRA. An HSA is … A health savings account (HSA) is a tax-advantage account that participants can pay for healthcare expenses, save for the future, and invest to build your savings.

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The 20th anniversary of health savings accounts (HSAs) marks a significant milestone for these accounts, which have empowered tens of millions of Americans to save for both immediate and future medical expenses. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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WEX Inc.

JULY 24, 2024

These communication tactics can be especially useful if you’re updating major health insurance options, like switching to a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) or adding a health savings account (HSA) and want to measure the outcomes of these changes. It is not legal or tax advice.

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Health savings accounts (HSAs) HSA participants save money by contributing funds to their HSA pre-tax. Ensure these resources highlight the triple-tax savings, long-term investment potential, and portability between jobs that HSAs offer. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 22, 2024

Many don’t realize that health savings accounts (HSAs) and 401(k)s can be used together as a retirement savings strategy. This pairing helps expand your savings potential over time. An HSA is a tax-advantaged savings account for current or future medical expenses. An HSA and retirement.

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Money Talk

MAY 18, 2022

In an earlier blog post , I described 12 tax planning topics for 2022. Now that 2021 income tax season has been over for a month and the dust has settled, it is time to start some serious tax planning for 2022.

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WEX Inc.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

In fact, staying on top of your health savings account (HSA) , flexible spending account (FSA) , or any other plan you signed up for throughout the year can pay off for you. Right after you log in to your online account or the benefits mobile app, you’ll see a “Tasks” menu. It is not legal or tax advice.

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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. HSAs allow your employees to put away funds to pay for future medical expenses.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 12, 2023

There are a variety of ways you can promote mental health in the office , and one way is to provide benefits that support your employees' needs. For example, your employees can use their health savings account (HSA) to improve their financial wellness and save money on a variety of mental health-related expenses.

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