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IRS Announces 2023 Increases to Health FSA and Transportation Fringe Benefit Limits

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

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. Qualified Transportation Fringe Benefits. . The new limits are set forth below.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Payroll Taxes Paid by Employers

Qandle

Payroll taxes are a crucial aspect of every employer’s financial responsibilities. These taxes are collected to fund various government programs and benefits, including Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment insurance. These withheld taxes are then remitted to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on a regular basis.

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Pre-Tax Benefits Don’t Have to be Scary

Benefit Resource Inc.

But, there’s one thing that doesn’t have to be scary this Halloween —your pre-tax benefits! Commuting by public transportation can save you money on gas as well as wear and tear on your car. A Flexible Spending Account (FSA) account allows you to have pre-tax deductions for certain medical and dependent care expenses.

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Illinois Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Requirement Set to Begin January 1, 2024

AssuredPartners

With the enactment of the Illinois Transportation Benefits Program Act (HB 2068; P.A. 103-291), the state of Illinois has taken steps towards supporting more widespread use of public transportation services for employees who commute to and from work.

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Tips for the Early Plan Year

Benefit Resource Inc.

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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What are employees supposed to do with their excess pretax deductions?

Business Management Daily

The IRS’ guidance didn’t change the rules regarding what counts as a tax-free dependent care expense—an expense incurred that enables employees to work. Transportation fringes. Tax relief for pretax contributions for transportation fringes—mass transit passes or employer-provided parking—wasn’t included in the IRS’ earlier guidance.

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The Tax System in France

Global People Strategist

However, French residents pay for these benefits through a substantial amount of taxes. Those who wish to work and reside in France have a variety of taxes to be paid, here is a closer look at the French tax system. Types of Taxes. Primarily there are three types of taxes in France. Income Tax. Income Tax.

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