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IRS Announces 2027 HSA Contribution Limits
The IRS has released the 2027 cost-of-living adjusted limits for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and High-Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs). Changes to these limits will take effect January 2027. HSA Contribution Limits: The 2027 limit is $4,500 for individuals with...
Do You Need to File a Form 5500 for a Cafeteria Plan?
The short answer is no, you don’t file a Form 5500 for the cafeteria plan itself. But you might have to file one for the specific benefits inside it. Think of a cafeteria plan (a Section 125 plan) like a shopping cart. The cart itself doesn't trigger tax or reporting...
COBRA Notice of Unavailability: Do You Need to Send It to Non-Covered Individuals?
Yes—in many cases, you should. If an individual expects to receive COBRA coverage, even if they were never enrolled in your plan, you are generally required to provide a COBRA Notice of Unavailability explaining why they are not eligible. When Is a Notice of...
Top 5 FSA- and HSA-Eligible Items to Buy This Summer (and Why They’re Worth It)
Summer is the perfect time to put your FSA or HSA funds to work. With sunshine, travel, outdoor activities, and heat-driven health concerns, many everyday summer essentials are actually eligible for reimbursement—saving you money while prioritizing your health. To...
How to Maximize Your Health Benefits in 2026
Smart HRA, FSA, and HSA Tips to Lower Healthcare Costs Maximizing your employee health benefits is one of the smartest financial moves you can make each year. Yet many employees enroll in Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and...
How to Submit a Claim: A Step‑by‑Step Guide
Submitting a claim is quick and easy when you know your options. This guide walks you through how to submit a claim online or through the mobile app, what documentation is required, and how to avoid common delays—so you can get reimbursed faster. Submitting a Claim...
From Utilization to Personalization: What Q1 Taught Employers About Benefits
As Q1 comes to a close, employers are taking a closer look at their benefits to see what’s working, what’s not being used, and how to better support employees. With rising costs and evolving expectations, benefits strategies are shifting toward flexibility,...
Top 5 FSA & HSA Eligible Items to Get You Through Allergy Season
Allergy season is officially here, and for millions of Americans, that means sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion, and sinus pressure. The good news? Many allergy relief essentials are FSA and HSA eligible, meaning you can use pre‑tax dollars to protect your health and...
Don’t Forget These Benefits Before You File Your Taxes
Tax season sneaks up fast, and with the tax deadline right around the corner, it’s easy to forget that some employee benefits come with extra tax forms. If you used certain health or family‑related benefits this year, the IRS may expect a little more information when...
Are Wellness Incentives Taxable?
Your company wants to offer “healthy lifestyle” sessions next year — awesome! And employees who attend all sessions will receive a $200 cash bonus. But one big question comes up: Will employees have to pay taxes on that $200?Short answer: Yes. Here’s the easy...
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