Benefit Resource Inc.

JUNE 20, 2019

Not all payroll deductions are created equal. Some people (although not many) may engage in a heated debate on the value of pre-tax deductions vs. post-tax deductions. Colleagues (even in our own organization) have asked “Why do we need post-tax deductions?” What is a pre-tax deduction?

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WEX Inc.

APRIL 25, 2024

High-deductible health plans (HDHPs) have become increasingly popular over the last few years by offering unique features and benefits that appeal to many individuals and families. An HDHP is a type of health plan characterized by its higher deductibles and typically lower premiums compared to traditional health plans.

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CorpStrat

JULY 30, 2021

What if we told you there was a way you can deduct all of the medical expenses that are not covered by your insurance plan. We’re talking about things like deductibles, co-insurance, doctor visits, doctor’s who don’t take insurance, eyeglasses, therapy, etc. Doesn’t that sound interesting? Sole Proprieters.

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WEX Inc.

MARCH 7, 2023

The season for filing taxes is upon us once again. We wanted to share a few tips and reminders about the health savings account (HSA) information you’ll need for your tax return. Make sure your W-2 form shows HSA payroll contributions Provided by your employer, your W-2 shows the wages you earned and any taxes withheld.

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Stratus.HR

JUNE 11, 2021

High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) are growing more and more popular each year. Considering they have lower premiums and provide the ability to use pre-tax dollars to pay for out-of-pocket costs, what’s not to love? HSA-Eligible Expenses. HSA as a Retirement Account.

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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. We’ve provided a list of the top things a first-time medical FSA participant should be aware of in order to take full advantage of their FSA.

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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

While health savings accounts have grown in popularity, you can only offer them to employees who are enrolled in high-deductible health plans. Employers fund these accounts, which reimburse your staff for qualified medical expenses and, in some cases, insurance premiums. Qualified medical expenses. How HRAs work.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

APRIL 18, 2023

The cost of healthcare can be daunting, especially for those who do not have adequate insurance coverage or savings to cover medical expenses. Fortunately, there are ways to increase your financial well-being through medical savings. How Do They Help with Medical Savings? What is an HSA? What is an FSA?

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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! A Flexible Spending Account (FSA) account allows you to have pre-tax deductions for certain medical and dependent care expenses. HSAs are available to people who are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP).

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Snell & Wilmer Benefits

JANUARY 24, 2023

If you sponsor a high deductible health plan (“HDHP”) and have been tracking telehealth relief, your head may be spinning and rightfully so! The relief allows, but does not require, HDHPs to provide telehealth and other remote care services on a pre-deductible basis without making participants health savings account (“HSA”) ineligible.

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Deductions Deductible Family and Medical Leave Act Health and Welfare 52

InterWest Insurance Services

APRIL 11, 2024

Chamber of Commerce, found that firms with 100 or more workers to whom they offer group health benefits gained from increased productivity, reduced direct medical costs (for self-insured firms), tax benefits and improved retention and recruitment.

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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.

APRIL 4, 2024

Understanding HSAs HSAs are tax-advantaged savings accounts designed to help individuals save for medical expenses. Tax-Efficient Savings In retirement, healthcare expenses tend to increase. Benefit Resource, LLC does not provide legal, tax or financial advice. Why Should Employers Care? and Inspira Financial Trust, LLC.

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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

JANUARY 18, 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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Benefit Resource Inc.

OCTOBER 17, 2023

ROCHESTER, NY — (October 17, 2023) — Benefit Resource LLC (BRI), a Millennium Trust solution and a leading provider of dedicated pre-tax account administration and COBRA services nationwide, announced today that it will offer HealthLock to its customers who use its Beniversal ® Prepaid Mastercard ®. is chaotic and difficult to navigate.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

MARCH 31, 2023

As an employee with a Health Savings Account (HSA), knowing what you need to report during tax season is important. Even though HSAs can be complex, tax reporting shouldn’t be a headache. With this information, you’ll be better equipped to tackle your HSA taxes. What are the tax benefits of an HSA?

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 26, 2020

A high deductible health plan (HDHP) paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA) is growing in popularity because it allows employees to pay for medical expenses tax-free.

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2023

You must be enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) to be eligible, which lowers you insurance premiums. 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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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. Or check out this episode of Benefits Buzz to learn eight things you should know about medical FSAs.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

MARCH 28, 2024

Pre-tax benefits are a powerful tool for saving money and maximizing your income. Know Your Pre-Tax Benefit Options Flexible spending accounts (FSAs): An FSA allows you to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare expenses. This includes copayments, deductibles, prescriptions, and more.

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 15, 2023

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. Learn more about HSA-eligible health plans (or high-deductible health plans ) in our graphic below.

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Snell & Wilmer Benefits

JANUARY 24, 2023

If you sponsor a high deductible health plan (“HDHP”) and have been tracking telehealth relief, your head may be spinning and rightfully so! The relief allows, but does not require, HDHPs to provide telehealth and other remote care services on a pre-deductible basis without making participants health savings account (“HSA”) ineligible.

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Deductions Deductible Family and Medical Leave Act Health and Welfare 40

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 8, 2023

More employees are enrolling in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) each year, including more than half of U.S. HDHP vs. PPO deductible Nearly two-thirds of large employers provide their employees with the choice of an HDHP and a traditional health plan , such as a preferred provider organization (PPO). It is not legal or tax advice.

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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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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

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

They also cover the minimum deductibles that qualify programs as high-deductible health plans (HDHPs), which an HSA must be attached to under law. Every year, the employee must decide how much they want their employer to deduct (pre-tax) from their paycheck to set aside in their HSA. 7,750 for family coverage (up $450).

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Qandle

MAY 16, 2023

From calculating employee salaries to managing taxes and deductions, payroll processing is a critical aspect of any business. We will cover important topics such as the Income Tax Act, the Employee Provident Fund (EPF) Act, and the Employee State Insurance (ESI) Act, and how they impact payroll processing.

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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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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. Let’s start by exploring a Medical FSA. Medical FSA.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JUNE 8, 2023

The IRS updates this amount annually, along with minimum deductibles as well as the out-of-pocket maximums for high-deductible health plans. Under its rules, HSAs, which help employees save for medical expenses, are only available to those enrolled in qualified HDHPs. You are not taxed on withdrawals.

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Higginbotham

JANUARY 12, 2024

Health accounts or arrangements are designed to cover the costs of eligible health care services, typically including medical , vision and dental expenses. These setups can often provide substantial tax benefits as well. Taxes: Withdrawals are not typically subject to income tax, and contributions may be tax-free as well.

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WEX Inc.

MARCH 16, 2023

If you’re covered by an HSA-eligible health plan (or high-deductible health plan ), the IRS allows you to put as much as $3,650 per year (in 2022) into your health savings account (HSA). With an HSA, you experience a triple-tax advantage : Contributions are tax-free, earnings are tax-free, and withdrawals for eligible expenses are tax-free.

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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. Set-up and tax implications. Flexible spending accounts.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Keep these factors in mind: Medical needs: Estimate your medical needs for the coming year. Do you anticipate regular doctor visits, ongoing prescriptions, or any planned medical procedures. To take advantage of an HSA, you need to participate in an HSA-eligible health plan (or high-deductible health plan).

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