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HSAs as a Retirement Tool

When you think of finances and retirement, what immediately comes to mind? Popular retirement vehicles typically include Social Security benefits, a 401(k), an IRA, and investments like mutual funds or stock options. There is another retirement tool that many people overlook – the Health Savings Account or HSA. At first glance, this may seem confusing. What does an account used for healthcare needs have to do with retirement? While HSAs are primarily used for qualified

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Eligible FSA/HSA Expenses You May Have Overlooked

For decades, participating in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) has been crucial to affordable healthcare for millions of American workers and their dependents. The extensive list of eligible expenses covers well-known services like medical, dental, and vision copays, copays, deductibles, eyeglasses and contact lenses, and prescription medication. However, due in part to updates in recent years to approved items and services, you may be overlooking a host of qualified FSA

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12 Ways to Improve Open Enrollment

Open enrollment can be stressful for employees, HR professionals, and third-party benefit administrators. Vital information must be shared and digested, and timely financial decisions must be made so coverage can start on time. Your company workforce may range from experienced, veteran employees to new hires in their first job. It’s a tall task to pull off an open enrollment season that meets the needs of everyone involved (but you CAN do it!). Here are 12 ways

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Making the Most of Open Enrollment: Understanding Your Tax-Advantaged Account Options

Open enrollment represents a pivotal moment for both employees and employers each year. This is when individuals can make significant choices regarding their health insurance coverage. For many, it’s the sole chance to enroll in or adjust tax-advantaged benefits such as Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRAs), and Dependent Care FSAs. Grasping the nuances of these accounts will help you make better decisions, enhance your savings, and fully

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Engage Employees to Achieve Cost Savings and Better Health Outcomes

As employers plan their benefits programs for 2025, they face the daunting task of managing costs while ensuring high-quality healthcare options for their workforce. The annual premium average for employer-sponsored family coverage in 2023 was $23,968, with employees contributing an average of 27.4%, or $6,575, according to the KFF Employer Health Benefits Survey. However, access to healthcare is only the first step. Many employees struggle to navigate the complex healthcare system, often seeking medical services

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Tailor Benefits to Strengthen Employee Retention

A recent study by Willis Towers Watson (WTW) indicates that 72% of U.S. employees now prefer to stay with their current employers, marking a shift in workforce dynamics. This trend presents an opportunity – especially for small- and medium-sized businesses – to gain a competitive edge by offering strategic, appealing benefits packages. The annual open enrollment period is pivotal for companies to reinforce employee loyalty. A well-structured benefits package that reflects employee priorities can significantly

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Designing Good Employee Benefits: 8 Questions You Should Ask

As we enter the last full month of summer, many employers are already working to develop their benefits programs for 2025. Creating a benefits plan that pleases everyone, especially in a diverse workforce, can seem impossible. To be successful, it is vital to identify which types of benefits various employee groups require. The secret to a successful scheme is asking the right questions that engage employees and meet their needs. What Are Targeted Questions? Employers

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5 Ways to Control Rising Benefit Costs

Healthcare costs in America have risen significantly since the 1970s, leading many employers to expect modest yearly cost increases in the benefits they offer. However, current economic conditions, an aging population, and increased costs related to managing chronic conditions have led to less manageable increases for many employers. Here are five ways TPAs can help employers continue offering high-value benefits while working to control rising benefits costs. #1 Ask Participants What They Need Before considering

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Building Benefits Packages that Attract and Retain Baby Boomers

This article delves into effective benefits strategies for Baby Boomers, exploring their preferences and offering recommendations for engagement. Understanding Baby Boomers Baby Boomers were born between 1946 and 1964 and have played a significant role in shaping American society and the workforce. As the enrollment season approaches, it’s crucial to understand what motivates this generation, the benefits they value most, and their preferred methods of communication and learning. Baby Boomer Profile Boomers have unique characteristics

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Building Customer Loyalty and Retention with Financial Wellness

As trusted advisors, banks and credit unions are in a unique position to offer guidance. They can also support and educate consumers to help with their financial well-being. Customers who feel their financial institutions support their financial wellness are 3 times more likely to be “very satisfied.” They are also 3 times more likely to recommend their financial institution and 5 times more likely to want to buy more from it. Another survey, this one

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