WEX Inc.

AUGUST 29, 2024

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? It is not legal or tax advice. For legal or tax advice, you should consult your own legal counsel, tax and investment advisers.

Flexible Spending Account 98

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Exploring HSAs and FSAs HSAs and medical flexible spending accounts (FSAs) let you save money because the funds you contribute to them are pre-tax. Limited FSA as a savings account: Limited FSAs can also be used as a savings account for anticipated medical expenses.

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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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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. Source: IRS.

Taxes 75

Taxes Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending 75

WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

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. It is not legal or tax advice. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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Health Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending 98

Money Talk

JUNE 29, 2022

In it, I urged a review of tax deductions/credits, tax withholding, budgeting/cash flow, flexible spending accounts, financial goal progress, and investment portfolio status. Last year, I wrote a blog post about mid-year financial check-up s for the OneOp Personal Finance team.

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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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Taxes Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending 75

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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Taxes Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Deductions 85

WEX Inc.

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Medical flexible spending accounts (medical FSAs) are use-or-lose accounts. It is not legal or tax advice. For legal or tax advice, you should consult your own legal counsel, tax and investment advisers. How well do your employees understand their FSA’s plan rules?

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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.

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

WEX Inc.

JULY 9, 2023

A dependent care flexible spending account lets participants set aside pre-tax dollars to help pay for dependent care. Contributing to this benefit reduces taxable income and spreads the benefits of pre-tax dollars throughout the year, helping you save 30 percent or more on your dependent care costs.

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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.

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. It is not legal, financial, or tax advice. OTC medicines. Allergy testing.

Flexible Spending Account 98

Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Medical 98

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? It is not legal or tax advice. For legal or tax advice, you should consult your own legal counsel, tax and investment advisers.

Flexible Spending Account 98

Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Medical 98

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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BerniePortal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

This is typically paid out via a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). A Dependent care FSA offers qualified family members monetary relief in the form of tax free money. Dependent care FSAs can also be referred to as dependent care reimbursement accounts or DCRAs.

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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. It is not legal or tax advice.

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Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Taxes Medical 98

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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Benefit Resource Inc.

DECEMBER 2, 2021

A Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (often shortened to ‘Dependent Care FSA’) is a pre-tax benefit account used to pay for eligible services such as preschool, summer day camp, before/after school programs, and child or adult daycare. 2022 Changes to Dependent Care.

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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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Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Medical 98

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.

Medical 98

Medical Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Deductible 98

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. It is not legal or tax advice. The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

Health 98

Health Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending 98

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. It is not legal or tax advice. For legal or tax advice, you should consult your own legal counsel, tax and investment advisers.

Medical 98

Medical Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Flexible Spending 98

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

OCTOBER 19, 2022

On October 18, 2022, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced cost-of-living adjustments to the applicable dollar limits for certain account-based health and welfare plans (see Rev. The post IRS Announces Cost-of-Living Adjustments for Health and Welfare Plans appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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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).

Flexible Spending Account 95

Flexible Spending Account Flexible Spending Medical Taxes 95

Benefit Resource Inc.

APRIL 11, 2019

In this post, we’ll provide a bit of background about what the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) rollover option is and how it works. The post Pre-tax terms: R is for “Rollover” appeared first on Benefit Resource, Inc. What is the FSA rollover option? Data based on BRI clients as of June 2018.

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Taxes Flexible Spending Account Medical Flexible Spending 76

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. FSAs are an employer-owned account , and the IRS sets limits on annual FSA contributions.

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WEX Inc.

AUGUST 14, 2023

A flexible spending account (FSA) carryover is one way you can provide flexibility to employees who participate in these accounts. It is not legal, financial, or tax advice. For legal, financial, or tax advice, you should consult your own legal counsel, tax and investment advisers.

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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. Health savings account An HSA is a participant-owned account funded by you and/or your employees.

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WEX Inc.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

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. How do you do this?

Flexible Spending Account 98

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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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WEX Inc.

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Fortunately, health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) cover many common winter eligible expenses you might turn to this time of year! You can use pre-tax dollars to save money on purchases such as hot/cold packs and heating pads. It is not legal or tax advice.

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WEX Inc.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are a powerful tool for individuals and employers to save money on healthcare and dependent care expenses. Illustrate how pre-tax contributions lead to significant savings over time, effectively reducing the impact on take-home pay. It is not legal, financial, or tax advice.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

JANUARY 4, 2024

After much consideration, you’ve made the wise decision to enroll in a pre-tax benefit plan. To help you make the most of your account(s), here are some helpful reminders, tips and valuable resources. How do I access the funds in my account? Depending on the setup of your pre-tax account, there may be a few ways to access funds.

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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.

MARCH 12, 2019

This may be the shortest blog on pre-tax benefits you will ever read. We’re going to take 5 minutes to redefine 9 confusing pre-tax phrases used in pre-tax benefits. Pre-tax benefits. Pre-tax benefits are, in effect, a way to decrease your income before taxes so you pay less in taxes.

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