WEX Inc.

AUGUST 28, 2024

Testing shows whether or not your tax-advantaged plans are discriminating in favor of highly compensated employees or key employees. The IRS requires non-discrimination testing for employers who offer plans governed by Section 125 , which includes a flexible spending account (FSA). Why does non-discrimination testing matter?

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Flimp Communications

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

As the April tax filing deadline is nearing, Americas employees let out a collective groan. This isnt a comment on the economy or current tax policies. Tax season has always arrived with a jolt. Tax filing forces people to honestly assess their incomes, savings plans, and progress toward their financial goals.

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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. An FSA must be funded exclusively through employer contributions or employee pre-tax contributions, or a combination of the two. That’s up $30 from this year.

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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. Participants often do not understand that separate elections must be made for Medical and Dependent Care Accounts.

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Flimp Communications

DECEMBER 10, 2024

As year-end draws closer, countless employees unknowingly leave money on the tablemoney theyve set aside for healthcare through their Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). For employees, it means paying out of pocket for expenses that could have been purchased with pre-tax dollars.

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WEX Inc.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Did you recently elect to participate in a medical flexible spending account (FSA) ? If you’re a first-time medical FSA participant, you may not be familiar with FSA definitions and rules. What is a medical flexible spending account (FSA)? What is a medical flexible spending account (FSA)?

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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. We answer a few common dental-related questions as it relates to your HSA or medical FSA. Can I use my HSA or medical FSA to pay for dental expenses?

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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., Another tax-advantaged way to benefit from charitable gifts is to open a donor advised fund (DAF) with a major brokerage firm.

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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. BONUS: ID Theft Services are comprehensive and can cover your bank accounts, medical IDs, social security numbers and even email addresses.

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WEX Inc.

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) offer a valuable tax-advantaged benefit, but the IRS use-or-lose rule can result in forfeited funds if employees dont use their balances by the deadline. It is not legal or tax advice. March 3, 2025: Provide 1095-C forms to employees.

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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. Take Advantage of a Medical FSA. Plus, any interest earned on the account is tax free and the money is ALWAYS yours!

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InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 4, 2022

Employers fund these accounts, which reimburse your staff for qualified medical expenses and, in some cases, insurance premiums. You can claim a tax deduction for the funds you transfer to your employees’ HRAs, and the funds they withdraw from the accounts to reimburse for medical-related expenses are generally tax-free.

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WEX Inc.

JANUARY 2, 2025

The ACA code cheat sheet you need To simplify how employers communicate medical benefit details under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the IRS introduced two specific ACA codes. A dependent care FSA allows employees to save up to 30% or more on childcare or elder care costs by using pre-tax dollars, lowering their taxable income.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Consider whether you typically have low or high medical expenses. 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. To qualify for a general-purpose medical FSA, you can’t also be participating in an HSA.

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PeopleKeep

APRIL 30, 2020

What are Medical Reimbursement Plans? Medical reimbursement plans are IRS-approved health plans that allow for tax-free reimbursement for medical expenses. Medical reimbursement plans can be used alongside a group health insurance plan. Different Approaches to Medical Reimbursement Plans.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

This coverage includes veterinary visits, diagnostics, treatments, and medications related to covered illnesses. Financial assistance for costly treatments and medications. It is not legal or tax advice. For legal or tax advice, you should consult your own legal counsel, tax and investment advisers.

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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.

MARCH 31, 2022

Health and medical expenses are covered by a Flexible Spending Account or Medical FSA to promote general well-being. These accounts are used to cover health and medical expenses both for you and your dependents (usually children). Take advantage of your pre-tax benefits this year!

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PeopleKeep

DECEMBER 9, 2020

As leadership teams evaluate small business health insurance options , many want to know how they can reimburse employees tax-free for medical expenses.

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HR Lineup

MAY 9, 2023

The platform is designed to help medical professionals and patients manage healthcare needs more efficiently, utilizing technology to improve the overall healthcare experience. Pazcare is dedicated to providing not only the best medical services to its clients but also to offering an exceptional employment package to its employees.

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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. Higher HSA enrollment and usage can take a bite out of your company’s FICA taxes. And by investing your HSA, you can actually make money tax-free. Invest, Invest, Invest!

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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.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Healthcare.gov defines a PPO as “a type of health plan that contracts with medical providers, such as hospitals and doctors, to create a network of participating providers.” Pre-tax benefits savings Premiums aren’t the only way you can save on healthcare costs. What’s a PPO?

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WEX Inc.

JANUARY 8, 2025

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. It is not legal or tax advice.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

For example, do you have any new dependents who have healthcare needs and could be covered by a pre-tax benefits plan? Use available tools and resources to learn more about pre-tax benefits and to plan for the year ahead. Consider any major life changes you and your family have experienced in the previous year.

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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 accounts have a triple-tax advantage, meaning distributions for qualified medical expenses and investment returns are tax-free, and contributions are tax-deductible.

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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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Insperity

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Add health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts. Establish a benevolence program that issues payouts to employees facing financial hardship; for example, following a natural disaster or diagnosis of a major, life-threatening medical condition. Evaluate opportunities to lower employees’ out-of-pocket burdens.

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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. Or watch our Benefits Buzz podcast episodes below to learn more about the basics of an HSA and medical FSA.

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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? These benefits are designed to help people who are facing difficulties conceiving naturally and require medical assistance to achieve pregnancy.

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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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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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WEX Inc.

MAY 4, 2023

The IRS requires your flexible spending account (FSA) participants to submit documentation to prove their purchase was an eligible expense. Because of an FSA’s tax advantages, the IRS requires employers and employees to prove that FSA funds are only being spent on eligible expenses. Why is substantiation required?

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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? Sunscreen There’s a good chance you’re planning on spending some time in the sun over the next few months.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

DECEMBER 1, 2020

To avoid losing any of that pre-tax money to the use-it-or-lose-it rule, it’s important to plan your spending down to the last dollar. To help, we’ve put together a list of cheap eligible medical expenses that are always useful to have around the house. 15 Cheap Eligible Medical Expenses Under $15.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

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. Let’s explore a few common vision-related questions as it relates to your HSA or medical FSA. It is not legal or tax advice.

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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. Limited medical FSA, which covers eligible dental, vision and preventative care expenses.

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