A dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) 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 individuals save 30 percent or more (based on their tax rate) on dependent care costs. Dependent Care...
The season for filing taxes is upon us once again. We’re getting closer to the deadline for filing for 2023. We wanted to share a few tips and reminders about health savings accounts (HSA) you’ll need for your tax return. HSA Tax Prep Checklist Check your W-2 for HSA payroll contributions Get your 1099-SA form...
Health savings accounts (HSAs) have become increasingly popular but they often come with misconceptions. To help employees make informed decisions, let’s debunk common HSA myths and shed light on the HSA facts that matter. HSA Fact #1: HSAs are Employee-Owned While employers may choose to contribute to an employees’ HSA, it’s important for employees...
Expanded public transit. The rise and rebound of ridesharing. Increased work-from-home arrangements. The work commute has changed a lot recently, as lawmakers and civic officials grapple with how to effectively support people traveling to and through ever-growing cities. New York City, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Philadelphia and Seattle are among cities that have enacted laws and...
What are pre-tax savings and post-tax savings? Understanding taxes relating to health savings accounts (HSAs), flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and other benefits plans can be time-consuming and difficult to explain. Pre-tax savings are tied directly to FICA taxes. You may be wondering what FICA is and how does pre-tax savings work for HSAs and FSAs?...
In 2023, mental health became a top priority for employees and employers. According to a SHRM study, 41% of U.S. employees said they would likely or would very likely leave their current job if they were offered a new position with significantly improved mental health benefits. While many companies offer employee assistance programs (EAPs), it’s...
Welcome to 2024! As we get ready for another year of sharing the latest benefits trends and practical tips to enhance you and your employees’ benefits experience, let’s look back at our most popular blog posts from 2023. Get the Best Results from Your Benefit Budget Conversations Benefits are critical for attracting and retaining...
As we age, the importance of maintaining safe mobility within our home becomes critical. It is crucial to understand how to save money on common at-home expenses with health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA). From home modifications to adaptive equipment, creating an environment that not only nurtures a person’s well-being but also...
Did you know that, when employees were asked on a scale of 1 to 10 how confident they are in their understanding of their benefits, 34% chose 7 or less. Only 25% responded with a 10. That was just one of the findings from a survey of benefits participants WEX launched in May 2023. Often,...
It’s a mobile world—smartphones are everywhere, and they’re more important to our daily lives than ever before, from paying bills to buying groceries to staying in touch and so much more.
Shouldn’t accessing your benefits be just as easy? With Advantage Administrators’ Benefits Mobile App, now it is! It all starts with free, 24/7 access to all your benefits all from one convenient, secure location that makes many of your major benefits decisions and activities, from filing a claim to determining whether an expense is qualified to reviewing your HSA’s performance easier than ever before!
If you’re ready to take the guesswork out of determining whether an expense is qualified (and thus deductible) under IRS Code Section 213(d), the Benefits Mobile App has the tool for you! Using your phone to scan the bar code of an item, the app’s eligible expense scanner will determine if the item being reviewed is eligible as an expense for a medical flexible spending account, a health savings account, a limited flexible spending account, or a limited reimbursement arrangement. That makes it simple for participants of existing medical plans (medical FSA/LPFSA, HSA, and HRA) to spend with confidence, knowing that you’re achieving cost savings through your eligible healthcare expense.
Want a simpler way to pay for medical expenses using your HSA? With the Benefits Mobile App, you can transfer HSA funds into your bank account, all without having to put down your smartphone. How about checking on the balance and performance of your HSA account? Finding out where your investments stand is as easy as logging into your account!
Need to file a claim? Want to check on the status of a pending claim? The Benefits Mobile App cuts through the time and hassle of the traditional claim process, beginning with filing your claim. There’s no need to complete stacks of paperwork—now you can upload documents through a snap of your phone’s camera and file your claim through a few simple online fields. And after you’ve hit “submit”, you can rest easy with the instant notifications feature that provides immediate, real-time notifications about the status of your claim. The Benefits Mobile App lets you save paper, save time, and save hassle while staying on top of your claims!
We value your privacy, and want to make using your account easy, and that’s why we offer robust security features to ensure that your information stays protected as well as convenient tools to enhance your user experience. In addition to being secured by 128-bit SSL encryption technology, your Benefits Mobile App allows you to report a card as missing or stolen, which helps prevent unauthorized access of your benefits. And as part of our commitment to your privacy, we never store pictures on your phone. Logging in and resetting your login credentials are also as simple as swiping your finger, and you can keep up with all the updates in your account by signing up for instant text alerts.
Mobile devices have changed the way we live, and that includes how you access your benefits! All HSA and FSA plan participants are invited to download the Benefits Mobile App and experience the convenience, portability, and simplicity of mobile benefits!
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