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 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. The tax savings are significant.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

APRIL 7, 2023

Since April is Stress Awareness Month, we’ve highlighted five pre-tax benefit services and resources to keep your stress levels low and your health levels high. But you can keep your funds, ID and mental health safe by signing up for ID Theft Services. You can also read our blog on substantiation.

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WEX Inc.

JANUARY 3, 2023

To kick off another year of providing you with the employee benefits tips and information you need, we wanted to look back at your favorite blog posts from the last year. Here are our top 10 blog posts from 2022: Your HSA when you change jobs Were you among the 20% of workers expected to quit their jobs in 2022?

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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. It is not legal or tax advice. Get our guide here !

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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. Any funds contributed beyond what the IRS allows are included on a participant’s W-2 as taxable income , plus be subject to a 6% excise tax. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Pre-tax benefits are growing in popularity amongst employers and employees alike. This is because they offer a great way to save on taxes while still being able to use funds for medical, dependent care, and other expenses. In the last year alone, we’ve learned a lot about pre-tax benefits and how to maximize their potential.

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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.

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. With a health savings account (HSA) , all funds carry over from year to year. It is not legal or tax advice.

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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. OTC medicines.

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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 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. It is not legal or tax advice. What are fertility benefits?

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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? Unexpected: While these costs can be difficult to predict, always account for an unplanned trip to the emergency room or urgent medical procedure. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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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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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.

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. Why HSAs for retirement planning? Yes,” Cook said.

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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.

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.

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. It is not legal or tax advice. For legal or tax advice, you should consult your own legal counsel, tax and investment advisers. With an HSA. Learn more!

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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. It is not legal or tax advice.

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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. It is not legal or tax advice. Check out FSA Store!

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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 18, 2024

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! For example, do you have any new dependents who have healthcare needs and could be covered by a pre-tax benefits plan?

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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. Since funds workers contribute to their HSA are made before their salaries are taxed, they reduce their overall taxable income.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

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! For example, do you have any new dependents who have healthcare needs and could be covered by a pre-tax benefits plan?

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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.

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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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. So far, prices have held steady… Pre-tax limits. Stay on the ball and check view 2020 pre-tax limits here and here.

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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. The difference is considerable, and those invested funds are growing tax-free!

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Health savings accounts (HSAs) offer a powerful tool for managing healthcare expenses and saving for the future, but how you use them depends on your personal goals and financial situation. Once you turn 65, your HSA funds can be used for any expense, not just healthcare, while still retaining the tax advantages.

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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. It is not legal or tax advice. Download now!

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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.

AUGUST 2, 2023

A flexible spending account (FSA) allows participants to save money by setting aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible medical, dental , vision and dependent care expenses incurred by you, your spouse, or your eligible dependents. FSAs are an employer-owned account , and the IRS sets limits on annual FSA contributions.

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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. Add dependents Your HSA or FSA may cover your dependents’ costs if the dependents are claimed on your tax return. How do you do this?

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InterWest Insurance Services

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Consider the following: 72% of workers surveyed strongly or somewhat agreed they would take a job with a slightly lower salary for better health care and medical coverage, including lower premiums and out-of-pocket costs. 51% said that high health care costs were having a major or significant impact on their ability to save for retirement.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

MARCH 28, 2024

Pre-tax benefits are a powerful tool for saving money and maximizing your income. From flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to health savings accounts (HSAs) and commuter benefits, these options offer significant advantages if managed wisely. This includes copayments, deductibles, prescriptions, and more.

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