The Internal Revenue System (IRS) recently announced the 2024-dollar limits for employee benefits including: High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), transportation benefits, and adoption assistance. As cost-of-living expenses continue to rise due to inflation, the IRS annually adjusts contribution limits to accommodate spending …
Qualified Transportation Benefits
With more and more companies moving away from remote work schedules, commuter benefits are likely to increase in popularity. Through employers, commuter benefits allow employees to use tax-free dollars on commuting expenses, saving employees money on annual taxes. Qualified expenses may include: Parking costs – parking on or near the …
FSA and HSA Eligible Expenses
As the year progresses, it’s important to be mindful of the funds within your flexible spending account (FSA) and health saving account (HSA). While HSA funds can roll over year to year, typically, the majority of FSA funds must be spent by the end of your plan year. The Employee …
Anticipating the Top Benefits of 2023
Employees consider benefits to be a deciding factor when job hunting. With the effects of the pandemic, offering benefits that provide a sense of financial and emotional security is imperative for employers looking to retain and attract talent. In 2023, consider the following benefits and perks that will meet employees’ …
Understanding HSAs, HRAs, and FSAs
When preparing for open enrollment, it is important to understand your options. Health Saving Accounts (HSAs), Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are often offered in conjunction with a health plan. Knowing the advantages of each can allow for an easier open enrollment process. Health Savings Account …
Spending FSA Money on Summer Fun
For most, Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer. This weekend numerous families will flock to the beach, go camping, or grill in the backyard. Outdoor activities will become much more common and popular as the weather warms. If you are planning to spend time outdoors, you need to …
IRS Announces 2022 Plan Limits
The Internal Revenue System (IRS) recently announced the 2022 dollar limits for employee benefits including: High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPS), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Transportation Benefits, and Adoption Assistance. As cost-of-living expenses continue to rise due to inflation, the IRS annually adjusts contribution limits to accommodate …
Spending Down Your FSA Dollars
What is a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Many employers offer their team the opportunity to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). FSAs allow employees to put away pre-tax dollars to spend on eligible healthcare products and services. However, when an employee puts money into their FSA, they must use …
How to Maximize Your FSA Dollars
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) can be an asset to any employee benefits package because employees can set aside pre-tax funds to be used for eligible healthcare expenses. Due to the nature of the public health emergency posed by COVID-19 and the unanticipated changes in availability of certain medical care, you …
Temporary Special Rules for Health and Dependent Care FSAs
Included in the Stimulus Package passed by Congress on December 21, 2020 are changes pertaining to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Accounts (DCA). The package is expected to be signed into law by President Trump. We have outlined notable changes below for your review, which include but are …