Last summer’s major tax and spending legislation, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), made several permanent and employer‑friendly updates to health savings account (HSA) rules. As we move further into the year, this is an important time for employers to revisit...
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From Print to Push Notifications: Speaking Every Generation’s Tech Language
Learn how employers can improve benefits communication for a multigenerational workforce using the right mix of print, digital, and mobile tools.
HIPAA in the Workplace: What Employers and Consultants Should Know About FSAs, HRAs, and Employee Health Information
HIPAA compliance for FSAs and HRAs explained. Learn employer responsibilities, PHI rules, and common workplace misconceptions.
Help Your Employees Make the Most of Their FSA: Key Deadlines to Know
Learn how to help employees make the most of their flexible spending accounts by understanding grace periods and runout periods. Discover tips for employer communication and access helpful resources.
An Introduction to Annual Elections and Common Permitted Election Changes
Prior to each plan year, employees make elections under their employer’s cafeteria plans. This includes, but is not limited to, pre-tax payroll deduction elections for funds…
Five Benefit Changes for 2026
Discover five major employee benefit changes for 2026—from higher dependent care FSA limits to permanent telehealth flexibility and new fertility options.
Behind the Scenes: How We Reimagined Our Mobile App
Discover how we redesigned our mobile benefits app with real-time features, an intuitive interface, and participant-driven innovation to make managing your benefits easier than ever.
2026 FSA and Commuter Limits Released
The IRS has announced 2026 updates under Revenue Procedure 2025-32, increasing the annual contribution limits for Health Care FSAs and commuter benefits.
Positioning HSAs for a Multigenerational Workforce
In today’s workforce, employers face a unique challenge: supporting the needs of many generations at once. From recent graduates entering the workforce to employees nearing retirement, health care…
FSA and Commuter Limits Projected to Increase
After evaluating the C-CPI-U for the 12 month period ending August 31, 2025, the Health Care FSA annual maximum plan contribution limit and rollover maximum limits are projected to increase for 2026








