Rising healthcare costs are a growing concern for employees and employers alike. With premiums, deductibles and out-of-pocket expenses increasing, employees may struggle to afford necessary care. As an employer, you have the power to support your workforce by providing cost-saving solutions and promoting smarter healthcare decisions. Here’s how you can help employees navigate and reduce...
The IRS recently announced the 2026 Limits for HSAs, HDHPs and EBHRAs! Learn more about these limits below! The new 2026 limits are: HSA Annual Contributions Single $4,400 per year Family $8,750 per year HDHP (self-only coverage) $1,700 minimum deductible $8,500 out-of-pocket limit HDHP (family coverage) $3,400 minimum deductible $17,000 out-of-pocket limit EBHRA $2,200 ...
Employee benefits are a critical component of workplace satisfaction and overall wellness. However, traditional benefits programs are often riddled with complexity, making it challenging for employees to fully understand and utilize their options. Simplification is the key to driving better engagement, increasing participation and reducing administrative burdens for HR teams. This is the first part...
Tax season is in full swing and as the April 15 filing deadline approaches, employees are looking for ways to maximize their savings. One often-overlooked strategy? Taking full advantage of pre-tax benefits. These employer-sponsored programs can help you reduce your taxable income and keep more of your hard-earned money. What are Pre-Tax Benefits? Pre-tax...
When it comes to using pre-tax health accounts like health savings accounts (HSAs), flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs), you may assume that all medical expenses are automatically covered. However, certain expenses require additional documentation to be considered eligible. That’s where a letter of medical necessity (LMN) comes in. If you’ve ever...
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...
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...
The IRS announced yesterday that 2019 HSA Contributions will be accepted up to the filing deadline of July 15, 2020. The guidance was issued as a follow up to IRS...
Missing March Madness? We’ve put together an FSA-eligible expense bracket instead! Which of these eligible expenses would win your bracket?
We have received a number of questions concerning how temporary employee furloughs or reductions in hours because of the COVID-19 virus affects Cafeteria plan benefits. Click here for a general...
Our receptionist, Paula, became a grandma for the first time this week. Congratulations Paula!
As concern grows around COVID-19 (coronavirus), Advantage Administrators wants to ensure our clients, that you and our employees health and safety is our top priority. Our management team is closely...
Those with an HSA have to take a few additional steps when filing taxes. Follow our checklist to ensure you don’t miss anything. If you have an HSA, before...
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