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Health Savings Account FAQ

  

Introduction

What is an HSA?

Why should I get an HSA?

What are qualified medical expenses?

What insurance plans are HSA-eligible?

How much can I contribute to my HSA?

Is my money safe?

How do I use the funds in my HSA?
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How do the tax saving work?

  

  

  

 

  

  

  

  

 
How do the tax savings work?

HSAs make it easy to save on your taxes:
•  At the end of each year, you will be sent a statement showing the amount you contributed to your HSA that year. You can deduct this amount provided it is less than or equal to the maximum allowable contribution.
•  Much like an IRA, HSA deductions are "above-the-line" and thus can be taken even if you do not itemize.
•  If you are self-employed, in addition to deducting your HSA contributions, you may be able to deduct 100% of your health insurance premiums, provided that:
•  You are not eligible to participate in a subsidized health plan offered by an employer or your spouse's employer.
•  The deduction does exceed the amount of net income from your business.

 

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