WEX Inc.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

From pet insurance to identity theft protection, these benefits allow employees to pick and choose coverage that supports their specific needs, enhancing overall employee satisfaction. It is not legal, tax or investment advice. For legal, tax or investment advice, you should consult your own legal counsel, tax and investment advisers.

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Money Talk

JUNE 28, 2023

Below are ten mid-year financial tweaks and tasks: Tax-Deferred Savings Tweak - Perhaps you will get a raise on July 1. Consider completing the paperwork needed to save more money from July to December in your employer’s tax-deferred retirement savings plan. Even 1% more of pay in savings adds up over time.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MAY 12, 2022

The IRS has announced significantly higher health savings account contribution limits for 2023, with the amount increasing more than 5% for individual HSA plans. The IRS also announced rises in the maximum contribution amounts to excepted-benefit health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs).

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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.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

When approaching open enrollment, do … Evaluate available health insurance plans. Increasingly, employers are offering their employees both HSA-eligible health plans (or high-deductible health plans ) and traditional health plans. Will anyone in your family have anticipated healthcare costs in the upcoming year?

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

InterWest Insurance Services

JANUARY 17, 2023

How Medicare eligibility affects health savings accounts. Discontinuing group health coverage. If you decide to keep them on the company’s plan, how you handle their insurance depends on your size: Fewer than 20 employees — Employees who work for these firms will need to enroll in Medicare when they turn 65.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Just like humans, pets can face unexpected health issues or accidents that may require veterinary attention. When asked what benefit they’d like to learn more about, pet insurance received the third-most responses. LSAs Lifestyle spending accounts (LSAs) can be customized by you to cover your employees’ pet-related expenses.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Health savings accounts (HSAs) allow employees to save and build wealth for future medical costs. One of the biggest benefits of using an HSA is that the contributions are tax-deductible. One of the biggest benefits of using an HSA is that the contributions are tax-deductible. The Benefit of an HSA.

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InterWest Insurance Services

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Even though the majority of workers receive health insurance coverage on the job, a new survey has found that many of them understand surprisingly little about their health plans and are leaving money on the table. Most health plans do not cover out-of-network care. Most health plans do not cover out-of-network care.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Whether you’re transitioning from your parents’ insurance, landed your first full-time job, or are simply obtaining coverage for the first time, choosing health plans and employee benefits options can be overwhelming. However, your eligibility for either account can be influenced by the health plan you choose.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

JANUARY 3, 2023

Whether you’re looking to retire, advance your career, or prioritize your health, now is the perfect time to start planning your journey. 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.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are tax-advantaged accounts that allow you to pay for medical expenses now and in the future. Whether you already have an HSA or are looking at this account for the first time, BRI is here to share why we love this account so much. HSAs Are Not Use-It-Or-Lose.

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Insperity

MAY 13, 2015

If you’re shopping for group health insurance for your company the first or second time around, it can be hard to make a confident choice. Not to mention, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has changed the group health insurance market considerably. Health Savings Accounts. The account holder (i.e.,

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Insperity

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Standard” benefits may include: Health, dental and vision insurance Retirement savings plan, with a company match Life insurance Disability insurance Workers’ compensation insurance Paid time off (PTO) – two weeks per year at a minimum, three weeks per year preferred.

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HR Lineup

MAY 11, 2023

Employers can choose from a range of pre-tax benefits, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and other types of benefits. The PeopleKeep platform offers customizable benefits solutions for businesses of all sizes.

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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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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.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

OCTOBER 11, 2018

What is a pre-tax benefit account? A pre-tax benefit account allows you to set aside money from your paycheck before taxes to use for IRS-approved purchases. The items you can pay for through a pre-tax benefit account depends on which plan(s) you have. Health Savings Account.

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Flimp Communications

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Health savings accounts (HSAs) are amazing tools for addressing the triple pillars of modern anxiety: money, health, and uncertainty about the future. Their tax advantages and investment potential can help employees reduce healthcare costs, save for retirement, and maximize tax refunds.

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InterWest Insurance Services

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The main driver in workers prioritizing benefits is the rapidly rising cost of group health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs, according to the study by Voya Financial. 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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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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InterWest Insurance Services

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

With more than half of all private sector employees enrolled in high-deductible health plans , it’s important that employers have in place certain protocols to ensure that they are a success. HSAs are tax-advantaged accounts that allow enrollees to save up to pay qualified medical expenses.

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BerniePortal

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Of course, not all medical expenses are covered by an individual’s health insurance plan. A health savings account is an excellent employee benefit to accompany a high-deductible health plan, and account-holders should be encouraged to take advantage of these tax-free funds.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 4, 2024

Study findings The trend of more Gen Z workers gravitating to HDHPs makes sense, since these plans are best suited for younger individuals who are generally healthier and have fewer health problems than their older counterparts — Gen Xers and Baby Boomers. Despite the increase, employees are still facing higher premium outlays.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MAY 16, 2024

After enrollment in high-deductible health plans soared during the last decade, 2022 marked the first year that enrollment in these plans fell among American workers since 2013, according to a new report by ValuePenguin. The insurance-review website found that 54% of U.S. Employers can also contribute to the account.

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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? Most people using fertility services pay thousands of dollars out of pocket without insurance. It is not legal or tax advice.

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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. HSA contributions made through payroll are not subject to the 7.65% FICA tax. It is not legal, financial, or tax advice.

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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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Deductible Deductions Health Savings Account Employee Enrollments 97

InterWest Insurance Services

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

These workers are likely going uncovered for their health insurance and risk serious outlays if they have to see a doctor or go to the emergency room. They also miss out on preventative services that insurers are required to provide without cost-sharing and that can help them maintain their health.

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PeopleKeep

MARCH 14, 2022

Many organizations provide a health savings account (HSA) to their employees to offset rising healthcare costs. While HSAs are employee-owned accounts, many employers wonder if they can contribute to their employees’ HSAs, and—if so—how much. But employer contributions to HSA rules can be challenging to manage.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JUNE 6, 2024

After enrollment in high-deductible health plans soared during the last decade, 2022 marked the first year that enrollment in these plans fell among American workers since 2013, according to a new report by ValuePenguin. The insurance-review website found that 54% of U.S. Employers can also contribute to the account.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JUNE 16, 2022

One in five workers surveyed said that health care and health insurance are a major factor when deciding to accept a job, compared with only 13% of human resources executives, according to the “2022 Health at Work” survey by Quest Diagnostics.

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Patriot Software

AUGUST 30, 2022

Common employee benefits can range from different insurance options to types of retirement plans. An HSA, or health savings account, is a plan where individuals put aside pre-tax […] READ MORE. Most businesses offer employee benefits in addition to regular wages. What is an HSA? What is an HSA?

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BerniePortal

JANUARY 22, 2020

Trying to beat the tax time rush? Mid-January marks the start of tax season! Now's a good time for HR to advise employees to review paycheck withholdings and health care items. Along with the new W-4, the IRS has updated its online tax withholding estimator. Review Health Savings Account.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 4, 2022

As rising health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs for health care are burdening workers, more employers are looking for ways to help their staff put aside money for those expenses. Fortunately, there is another option: a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA). Qualified medical expenses. How HRAs work.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

JANUARY 3, 2022

Even with health insurance, labor and delivery can cost around $5,000, and without insurance, it can be upwards of $40,000. Fortunately, one great way to help with out-of-pocket costs is utilizing a Health Savings Account (HSA). Switch to a high-deductible health plan. Let’s Start from the Beginning.

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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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