The Complete Guide to Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

[@mikeatiger]

James, you mentioned the extra $1,000 catchup to someone 55 and over. However, you didn't mention the way for the second spouse to contribute an additional catchup contribution of $1,000. The second spouse over 55, just has to open a seperate HSA in their name to deposit the $1,000. The total with this strategy, would be $9,300. The $8,300 for the family contribution and one 55 and over $1,000 catchup contribution in one spouses name, and 55 and over $1,000 catchup in the second spouses name HSA. Thanks for the very informative videos you provide!!!

[@annap8328]

The most thorough explanation of HSA. Just great! Thank you.

[@davidfolts5893]

Thanks for the great content, James. Triple tax savings are not to be ignored!

[@earlyretirementari]

Tough to beat it!

[@AndreamVeleta]

This was very digestible, I’ve watched multiple videos and this explained it the best. Subscribed

[@roderick.t]

Good info there James! Many thanks. We currently have one and realized its tax advantages for retirement. 🙌

[@johnyoscakiii2584]

Beautiful presentation, thank you

[@sarahsunsetpark]

Hi James, just a correction on your video. HSA from what I’ve read they do not allow you to use it to reimburse you on ACA premiums unless you are collecting unemployment and even then I think if you’re not yet 65 you may have a 20% penalty. so if anyone’s thinking of using their HSA to reimburse themselves for ACA premiums double check with the IRS. It seems you can reimburse yourself for cobra premiums, and Medicare premiums, but not ACA unless you are collecting unemployment

[@kellymoore5498]

The CDHP and HSA have always seemed like a no-brainer to me, but I keep learning about more amazing benefits and ways to leverage this choice!

[@RootFP]

Glad it was helpful!

[@seanwilliams2733]

Great content! Thank you!

[@johngill2853]

Great information, I learned something today

[@outofstep6026]

Fantastic video. Very clear explanation of the mechanics of an HSA. Thank you!

[@RootFP]

Thank you!

[@JJ-xv3gs]

Great video, not a lot of videos out there on this kinda deep details. So much learned, thank you! Can you also do a video using Whole Life High Cash for infinite banking? And if you think this is a good strategy?

[@OHDANB]

Thanks for the new video, James. I retired at 53 years old and took COBRA for the full 18-months after retirement and then enrolled in an HSA-eligible ACA plan. I was not ultimately happy with the ACA plan I selected, so I have been enrolled in a non-HSA eligible ACA plan since then. I am not able to use the funds in that HSA account to cover my monthly ACA premiums. I don't think that is an option for any HSA plan. I could use the funds to get reimbursed for eligible medical expenses. I was thinking about using the investment option and letting those invested dollars (hopefully) grow until I'm 65. The bank that manages the HSA charges a maintenance fee for the investment option, so I have not done anything with the funds as of yet as I'm not a fan of paying fees. Need to figure out something, though. Having $4,500 sitting in limbo is not making me happy.

[@bridgetlove1884]

Look into rolling it over to Fedility.

[@DuhIdiot1]

13:48 Doing further reading, it appears that a non-spouse beneficiary can use the HSA funds tax-free to pay for medical bills the HSA holder racked up before he died. Someone correct me if I'm wrong. Mr. Conole, with your competence, clarity, efficiency, looks, and nice set of guns, you are the Chris Evans Captain America of finance and retirement KZbin 🤣. Outstanding content!

[@joeyparra3937]

Thank you james very helpful!

[@RootFP]

Thanks for watching!

[@stephenschulte3996]

Very fine and informative video on HSA’s!! HOWEVER I think 20 years with an annual 8% growth is VERY OPTIMISTIC! Could actually wind-up losing money! There are other places to do Las Vegas - not really in an HSA in my opinion. Steve on 7 May 2024

[@ericgold3840]

I'm under the impression that only *some* HD health insurance plans are HSA eligible. Tread lightly. I took the cautious approach and sought out plans that said 'HSA eligible' in the plan name description.

[@70qq]

Ty

[@stewdogg42]

Thank you!

[@drakeav]

Great Video! Thank you!!!

[@RootFP]

You’re welcome!

[@jomuellermo]

Your list of qualified medical expenses doesn't list premiums. Are you sure that's can be reimbursed with this HSA?

[@danlopez.3592]

It seems like it’s more than likely that we are going to be on a nationalized health plan anyway. What will all the HSA expenses be able to be used for in this situation?

[@NataliaLomnicky]

Finally, a clear explanation!! Thank you!!!!! #visuallearner 😅😊😍

[@inderdhami2001]

Thanks for the video! Question - I have an HSA account. I don’t have an FSA. I am buying glasses which are marked “FSA Eligible”. Can I still use my HSA account to pay for those?

[@justinkimble4118]

Wise information 💯 great video 😎

[@RootFP]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jallred350]

Thanks James. Really enjoy your content. Quick question. Correct me if I'm wrong, but this plan is even better than a 401(k) in the worst case scenario that you don't need all the funds for medical. If you are contributing directly from payroll, then the contributions aren't subject to FICA taxes, unlike a Pre-tax IRA (401(k)). Correct?

[@RootFP]

Glad it's been helpful! Correct!

[@AngellLevey]

Investments are the roots of financial security; the deeper they grow, the stronger your future will be."

[@jpsmusicandmore5457]

Can you use the HSA to pay your premiums?

[@swadfihri8278]

Thanks for the information. Very helpful. So my in network deductibles is zero but my out of network is $8150. M’I eligible to open HSA?

[@swadfihri8278]

Is that a YES?

[@garybroughman1230]

Great Video! I just pulled $8750 from an IRA to fund out HSA. I assumed it would be a wash since I thought the HSA contribution was a top line deduction, Was I wrong? My concern is because of the once in a lifetime transfer you discussed.

[@yeupham12]

Hi, my job has FSA., Can I not contribute in FSA next year, and open a new HSA in fidelity next year? TY

[@MidCenturyMikey]

I am in CA, is it worth getting of it's taxed?

[@RootFP]

It can be helpful!

[@send2dwight]

12:17 still requires a qualifying high deductible plan though, correct?

[@RootFP]

Yes

[@chiragpatel5016]

great video and information. please comment if paying expense with cash flow is deductible for taxes (as if you didn't have an hsa at all) instead of dipping into the hsa fund. thank you.

[@RootFP]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JeanneFiorelli]

How do you know it’s high deductible?

[@heidikamrath1951]

My Blue Shield card said “HDHP” in the lower left corner. But really, the best thing to do is ask your insurance company if your plan is “HSA- eligible.” Don’t ask them if it is “high- deductible.” You’ll get a quicker answer by asking if it is “HSA-eligible.” It will be in the plan definition.

[@bigkencia1]

Can you keep both cash and invest in an HSA? For example: if I contribute the max for a single person, invest 50% and leave 50% for medical use?

[@heidikamrath1951]

Yep

[@jroschella]

Yes you can hold stocks, index funds, and bonds in your HSA. I hold some cash to cover medical expenses, if I need I can sell my investments to fund any extraordinary expenses…

[@natalyasemenenko994]

I got HSA money after my late husband and I requested and sent me check, because told me I can keep money on my checking account and use they as HSA money and I don't have to pay tax for 2023. Are they right?

[@ljrockstar69]

Oh well, once you mentioned you need a high deductible plan, then I'm not qualified. Is there anyway to get around this? or somehow outsmart the IRS?

[@RootFP]

No.

[@tinalewis6782]

Unlike a traditional IRA, there are no required minimum distributions with an HSA. Yep! No required minimum distributions!

[@RootFP]

Yes!

[@ljrockstar69]

Hi, does HSA account cover for cosmetic surgery, if so I'm interested in saving for one.

[@RootFP]

Most cosmetic surgery is not covered

[@ljrockstar69]

@@RootFP so many restrictions, how can this be an alternative if most of us are not qualified.

[@faralyn11]

You can't use HSA for much of anything. Your money but you can't use it. And what HSA gains 8%?? What planet is this on?

[@BryanSSilva]

CDHP or HDHP?

[@SubtractiveMoves]

If you are 55 or older can you transfer 8,300 dollars one time from a 401k to a hsa?

[@RootFP]

I hope this is helpful: dpath.com/funding-your-hsa/#:~:text=You%20cannot%20transfer%20money%20from,the%20IRA%20to%20your%20HSA.

[@SubtractiveMoves]

What if you need the 75 dollars a week to live?

[@RootFP]

It's always customized.

[@Xanderlorian]

Um thought the max was like 3600

[@ddenuci]

if your employer contributes to HSA, this counts toward the annual limit. If you exceed the annual limit, you are subject to an IRS penalty. FOR 2024, the contribution limit for individuals with self-only coverage is $4150. For family coverage, double that to $8300 limit. So, for example, if the employer contributes $1000 to HSA, the employee with self- only coverage can only contribute $3150.

[@faralyn11]

My HSA charges 3 dollars a month for account maintenance and earns .07 cents a month. My HSA takes from me and it tells us what we can' t use our money in it. Lets not even mention the high deductibles that we are unfortunate to have in the first place. This is the absolute worst stream for retirement!!!! 😅😅😅

[@jroschella]

Are you holding all your assets in your HSA as cash? I’m holding some as cash but most as stock and index funds. My projected dividends this year is 8%…best vehicle ever invented!!

[@pensacola321]

Too many rules, moving parts and what ifs. Basically, too complicated and too much record keeping over the long term for any real benefit.