March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements of women across industries—including finance. While women have made incredible strides in wealth-building and financial independence, there are still areas where confidence lags. One of those areas is investing in health savings accounts (HSAs). Despite their powerful benefits—including triple-tax advantages, long-term savings potential and...
With the 2024 U.S. election potentially leading to significant shifts in employment laws and employee benefits, it’s crucial for employers to stay ahead of changes to maintain compliance. New regulations could affect everything from healthcare policies and labor laws to tax laws, all of which play a key role in benefits administration. Employers who proactively...
February is Heart Health Awareness Month, a time to focus on cardiovascular wellness and encourage employees to take proactive steps toward a healthier heart. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S. but the good news is that lifestyle changes, preventive care and employer-sponsored benefits can make a significant impact. By leveraging...
For most of you, a new plan year has begun! And just because you have an entire plan year ahead doesn’t mean you should wait until November or December to put time and energy into your employee benefits. In fact, staying on top of your health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA) or any...
Open enrollment is an important time for HR professionals and employers, since it’s the moment employees make decisions that impact their health, finances and overall wellness for the coming year. However, the work doesn’t end when open enrollment closes. Post-open enrollment strategies are essential for ensuring employees are engaged, informed and set up for success....
For many, winter is as synonymous for snowflakes as it is for sinus problems. Fortunately, health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) cover many common winter eligible expenses you might turn to this time of year! We’ve compiled a few common seasonal issues and eligible expenses that can help. Dry Nasal Passages...
Have you recently changed employers? Or are you considering making a change? Fortunately, when you participate in a health savings account (HSA) through your employer, your HSA stays with you. There are plenty of myths about HSAs, so let’s tackle what really happens to your HSA when you change employers. You Have Options HSA...
As we enter another season of open enrollment, one crucial topic is top of mind for many employees: HSA and FSA compliance. 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 HSA...
When it comes to navigating the world of employee benefits, there’s a lot to take in, especially if you’re a first timer. Among the suite of benefits you’re likely to be offered, voluntary benefits are often misunderstood. In this blog we explore all the unknown voluntary benefits terms and bring clarity of information to first-time...
Are you too young and healthy to worry about using an HSA? Actually, now is the best time to start an HSA- when your healthcare expenses are low. For more...
The recent CARES Act enacted by the U.S. government includes updates regarding FSA and HSA eligible items. The eligibility lists on FSAStore.com and HSAStore.com have been updated to reflect these...
Getting bummed out being in quarantine? The pets of Advantage Administrators employees are here to cheer you up!
Have you filed your taxes yet? If you have an HSA, follow this checklist to ensure you file correctly. For more information, contact your Advantage Administrators representative. If you...
Be safe and be well, from your friends at Advantage Administrators. #HeartHunters
Advantage Administrators will be closed the afternoon of Friday, April 10, 2020 for the Easter holiday.
Spring is in the air! It’s time for sunshine, green grass, and…allergies. Get everything you need for allergy relief using your employee benefits at FSAStore.com or HSAStore.com!
Bonnie and her granddaughter, Leah, made homemade disinfectant wipes for the office. The recipe is in the photos if you want to make some too!
Over-the-Counter (OTC) medications (such as Tylenol and Flonase) are once again “qualified medical expenses” for Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts thanks to the CARES Act stimulus bill...
Some employers have asked whether they can extend the deadline for employees to file flexible spending account claims. Most plans required employees to file claims within three months of the...
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