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This article provides a general summary of the rules and potential tax consequences for withdrawals (or distributions) from health savings accounts (HSAs). Read More Trending
Number of Uninsured Drivers Increases as Rates Rise 5.9% in H1 2023
By Will Jones As personal auto insurance rates continue to accelerate upward, drivers are at a crossroads. Some are taking to the market to find cheaper rates—while others are choosing to drive without coverage. Auto insurance premiums have increased at … Continue reading
CHECKLIST- Completing Form I-9
Federal law requires employers to hire only individuals who may legally work in the United States—either U.S. citizens or authorized foreign nationals. To comply with the law, employers must verify the identity and employment authorization of each individual they hire … Continue reading
Educating Young Employees on Open Enrollment
Many employees need help with open enrollment. This is particularly true among younger workers, who typically have less experience selecting benefits than older generations that have been in the workforce longer. A study by insurance and employee benefits provider MetLife … Continue reading
Insurance Explained: : What Are “Named Perils”?
When it comes to home insurance, policies can come with a lot of industry jargon. But it’s important to understand the different terms and coverage options available. One common term you may come across is “Named Perils.” These are specific … Continue reading
Auto Insurance Rates On The Rise
Health Care Costs Projected to Grow 7% in 2024
Health care costs are expected to grow 7% in 2024 due to rising pharmaceutical expenses driven by specialty drugs and insurers increasing rates in response to inflation, according to an annual report from professional services firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). This trend … Continue reading
FICA Reduction Redux – IRS Issues Guidance on Wellness Indemnity Payments
On June 9, 2023, the IRS released OCC Memo 202323006, which advises that wellness indemnity payments under a fixed indemnity insurance policy are wages for purposes of Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) taxes, Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) taxes, and … Continue reading
New FAQs on ACA’s Cost-sharing Limit and No Surprises Act
On July 7, 2023, the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury (Departments) issued frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the implementation of the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) overall cost-sharing limit and the No Surprises Act’s (NSA) protections … Continue reading
Major Health Insurers Warn of Increased Medical Costs
Major health insurers UnitedHealth and Humana are warning about a jump in medical costs this year due to higher-than-anticipated demand for surgeries and other medical procedures. Insurers have benefited from nonurgent surgery delays during the COVID-19 pandemic and hospital staffing … Continue reading
