WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 2, 2024

To take advantage of an HSA, you need to participate in an HSA-eligible health plan (or high-deductible health plan). HSA-eligible health plans typically have lower premiums but higher deductibles. Assess your ability to cover the deductible before choosing this plan.

Employee Benefits 98

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Benefit Resource Inc.

OCTOBER 31, 2022

But, there’s one thing that doesn’t have to be scary this Halloween —your pre-tax benefits! Commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, dependent care, and health savings accounts are just a few of the great employee benefits available to help you save money and reduce stress. FSAs are Frightfully Easy.

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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. Add In Pre-Tax Benefits. Plus, any interest earned on the account is tax free and the money is ALWAYS yours! Set SMART Goals.

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Flimp Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Their tax advantages and investment potential can help employees reduce healthcare costs, save for retirement, and maximize tax refunds. About half of American employers offer HSAs — coupled with high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) — but, according to one study , 69% of employees don’t understand their benefits or uses.

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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.

Flexible Spending Account 95

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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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InterWest Insurance Services

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

These plans allow workers to withhold a portion of their pre-tax salary to cover certain medical or childcare expenses. The benefits are free from federal and state income taxes, employees’ taxable income is reduced and that means that employers don’t have to pay FICA on those dollars.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

If you’re wondering what the difference is between a Medical Flexible Spending Account (Medical FSA) and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA), you are not alone. Can I pay my deductible with my Medical FSA? Maybe you didn’t realize there is more than one type of FSA to choose from.

Medical 98

Medical Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Deductions 98

WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Participating in a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) is a great way to save money. You must be enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) to be eligible, which lowers you insurance premiums. You won’t need to pay Social Security or Medicare tax on the funds going into the FSA.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

JANUARY 14, 2022

We’re here to provide you with a short guide to help you understand the required tax documents for your pre-tax benefits. . A Health Savings Account (HSA) is a savings account that provides tax-free contributions and potential tax deductions for qualified medical expenses incurred by the holder.

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WEX Inc.

MAY 2, 2024

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. Also, employees do not pay federal income tax or employment taxes on contributions to the account.

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

Benefit Resource Inc.

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The Birth of HSAs HSAs were created with the vision of empowering individuals to take control of their healthcare expenses while providing tax advantages. The idea was to combine a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) with a tax-advantaged savings account, allowing individuals to set aside pre-tax dollars for qualified medical expenses.

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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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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. It is not legal or tax advice. What is an FSA?

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Money Talk

JANUARY 19, 2022

Make Tax-Advantaged Gifts - Consider “bunching” charitable donations with other tax deductions (e.g., state income tax and local property tax) every so often (e.g., high income years) to exceed the standard deduction and benefit from itemizing. All of these will impact 2021 taxes that are due in April.

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Flimp Communications

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Will I get hit with a huge tax bill?” “How Here are a few email templates — yours for the taking and adapting — designed to improve employee financial wellness by answering three common questions about money, savings, and taxes: Should I consider a Roth 401(k)? How and when should I spend my HSA/FSA funds? Will I lose it all?”

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Benefit Resource Inc.

JANUARY 16, 2024

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are two of the most effective instruments for optimizing health savings and financial flexibility for both employers and employees among the different components of a comprehensive benefits strategy.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

MAY 6, 2019

Two of the most common options are a Dependent Care FSA or the child care tax credit. A Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA) helps employees pay for eligible child care expenses by reducing taxable income through payroll deductions. The savings vary depending on which tax bracket an employee is in.

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InterWest Insurance Services

OCTOBER 27, 2022

As health care costs continue rising and employees are being asked to shoulder more of the expense burden, you can help them by offering a tax-advantaged plan that allows them to save for medical expenses. Employees can save an average of 30% in federal, state and local taxes on items they already pay for out of pocket.

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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. HDHPs feature higher deductibles and more out-of-pocket expenses in exchange for lower premiums upfront. While the number of U.S.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

If you rarely require medical care and prefer to save on monthly premiums, a plan with a higher deductible and lower premiums might be suitable. On the other hand, if you anticipate regular medical visits, chronic conditions, or potential emergencies, a plan with lower deductibles and higher premiums may offer better cost protections.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

APRIL 18, 2023

One such way is by utilizing health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Health Savings Accounts allow employees (and employers) to contribute to a tax-free account to be used for eligible medical expenses. HSAs allow for tax-free contributions and growth, making them an excellent long-term investment.

Medical 52

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 15, 2023

If you rarely require medical care and prefer to save on monthly premiums, a plan with a higher deductible and lower premiums might be suitable. On the other hand, if you anticipate regular medical visits, chronic conditions, or potential emergencies, a plan with lower deductibles and higher premiums may offer better cost protections.

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Deductions Deductible Healthcare Flexible Spending Account 98

WEX Inc.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

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.

Medical 98

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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.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 22, 2022

Employers fund these flexible benefit plans with funds that are deducted from their employees’ salaries on a pre-tax basis. Since the salary reductions are not received by the employee, they are not considered wages for income tax purposes. Flexible spending account. Set-up and tax implications.

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 15, 2024

While HSAs combine several of the best features of 401(k)s and flexible spending accounts (FSAs), they are often overlooked and underutilized. Employers’ contributions to employees’ HSAs are tax deductible. In addition, employees’ contributions to their own accounts reduce employers’ payroll taxes.

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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). The takeaway.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

To take advantage of an HSA, you need to participate in an HSA-eligible health plan (or high-deductible health plan). HSA-eligible health plans typically have lower premiums but higher deductibles. Assess your ability to cover the deductible before choosing this plan.

Employee Benefits 52

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

OCTOBER 21, 2022

On October 18th, the IRS announced a slew of inflation adjustments for 2023, including to the annual contribution and carryover limits for healthcare flexible spending accounts and the monthly limit for qualified transportation fringe benefits. The new limits are set forth below. The new limits are set forth below. Health FSAs. .

Transportation 52

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Benefit Resource Inc.

MARCH 14, 2019

The name alone – “pre- tax benefit accounts” – implies there might be tax implications. You might be surprised to learn there are no tax implications for most of these benefits. Use these simple tips as your tax guide to pre-tax benefit accounts. In fact, they might be the easiest account at tax-time.

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Genesis HR Solutions

JANUARY 24, 2023

Payroll deductions This item spells out each of the deductions the company withholds, including federal, state, and local taxes and other things, including voluntary deductions for benefits. An HSA can be used only if employees have a qualified High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).

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Higginbotham

JANUARY 12, 2024

These setups can often provide substantial tax benefits as well. Health accounts can provide advantages to both the employer and the employee, including the following: Flexibility: It’s hard to find employee benefits that fit everyone’s needs. This can reduce the income taxes that employees owe.

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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. For example, do you have any new dependents who have healthcare needs and could be covered by a pre-tax benefits plan? Engage in opportunities to learn more about available plans.

401(k) 52

401(k) Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Healthcare 52

Benefit Resource Inc.

APRIL 20, 2023

While dusting, vacuuming, and packing away winter clothes may be on the top of your spring cleaning list, have you considered reviewing your eligible expenses and utilizing your Flexible Spending Account (FSA)? While doing your spring cleaning, don’t forget to look at your FSA.

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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. For example, do you have any new dependents who have healthcare needs and could be covered by a pre-tax benefits plan? Engage in opportunities to learn more about available plans.

401(k) 98

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

Qandle

JUNE 20, 2023

This includes employee details such as names, addresses, social security numbers, tax withholding information, bank account details for direct deposit, and any changes in employment status or compensation. This includes tax regulations, employment laws, minimum wage requirements, and any changes in payroll-related legislation.

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