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Flexible Spending Account

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personal-finance2 years ago

"Maximizing FSA Benefits: Don't Waste Your Healthcare Money at Year's End"

Nearly half of Americans with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) leave money unused at the end of the year, resulting in an average forfeiture of about $370. However, there are various ways to spend FSA funds before the December 31 deadline, including purchasing Covid tests, contact lenses, pain relievers, paying off medical bills, dental visits, fitness classes, air purifiers, ancestry kits, health tracking devices like the Oura Ring, and massage guns. FSA funds are pretax dollars, providing tax savings, and can be used to stretch healthcare spending.

personal-finance2 years ago

"Mastering Chronic Condition Costs for Millennials"

Health care can be a significant monthly expense for millennials with chronic medical conditions or those raising kids with chronic conditions. However, there are ways to keep health care costs lower, including taking advantage of a flexible spending account or health savings account, comparing pharmacy prices on medications, and using a care manager through your insurance. Other strategies include asking questions, appealing insurance decisions, and finding support communities.