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Flexible Spending Account (fsa)
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A flexible spending account (FSA) is a tax-advantaged financial account that allows employees to set aside a portion of their earnings to pay for qualified medical expenses and dependent care expenses.
Key Features
- Pre-tax contributions
- Use it to pay for eligible medical expenses not covered by insurance
- Can be used for dependent care expenses
- Funds must be used within the plan year or grace period
Pros
- Allows for pre-tax contributions, reducing taxable income
- Helps offset the cost of medical and dependent care expenses
- Flexible in terms of what expenses are covered
Cons
- Use it or lose it policy - Funds must be used within the plan year or grace period
- Not all employers offer FSAs