Category Archives for DCAP
FSA FAQs: ‘When Can I Sign Up for an FSA?’ and Other Questions
With the average American household spending $5,000 per person in healthcare expenses each year, it’s no surprise that Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are so popular. In 2016, nearly half of
Continue readingVIDEO: Captain Contributor Explains Benefits Debit Cards
Benefits debit cards can be used nearly everywhere No matter where you go – doctors’ offices, grocery stores, retail shops, and more – you can use a debit or credit card to pay for goods and
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NEFARIOUS ACTIONS 1) Says if you're fired from your job, you aren't eligible for COBRA benefits. FALSE! Eligibility is not affected by the reason you
Continue readingVIDEO: Captain Contributor Explains Preparing for Enrollment
Questions About Enrolling in Your Benefits A lot of people don’t fully understand their benefits package, and blindly make important healthcare choices. This year, challenge yourself to do
Continue readingFSA: Use it or Lose it, Carryover, Grace Period and Run Out
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) – if you signed up for one, chances are you’ve heard a few terms that you may or may not be familiar with. FSAs are great tools for helping you save money
Continue readingVIDEO: Captain Contributor Explains How FSAs Work
Understanding How FSAs Work A Flexible Spending Account, or FSA, is a great way to save on taxes and set aside money for health and childcare expenses. The basics of an FSA are pretty simple.
Continue readingTax-Free Talk, Enrollment Season Podcast, Ep. 3
Tax-Free Talk is a special benefits enrollment season podcast featuring host, Kathy Claimant. In this third installment of Tax-Free Talk, an enrollment season podcast, benefits superhero Captain Contributor
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Tax-Free Talk is a special benefits enrollment season podcast featuring host, Kathy Claimant. In this second edition of the Tax-Free Talk enrollment season podcast, Kathy Claimant follows benefits superhero
Continue readingTax-Free Talk, Enrollment Season Podcast, Ep. 1
Tax-Free Talk is a special benefits enrollment season podcast featuring host, Kathy Claimant. In this funny, informative and engaging serial, Kathy Claimant hosts benefits superhero Captain Contributor.
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Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) – A Quick Overview Do you have small children or an adult dependent who lives with you? If you answered yes, a DCAP account (Dependent Care Assistance
Continue readingFSA Primer: Health FSAs, LPFSAs, and Dependent Care FSAs
Did you know that Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) aren’t just for healthcare expenses? In fact, there are three common variations to the FSA. Each has its own purpose, but they’re all employer-sponsored
Continue readingVIDEO: Captain Contributor Explains Dependent Care Assistance Plans
"Does the cost of paying for childcare while you’re working terrify you? Don’t worry! With a Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP), you can get care for the kiddos and save money on
Continue readingFAQ: Can I have an FSA and HSA at the same time?
For Health Savings Account (HSA) owners, a common question is, “Can I have an FSA and HSA at the same time?” Generally speaking, you cannot have a health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and
Continue reading5 Reasons You Should Sign Up for a Benefits Debit Card
If your company sponsors Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) or Transit/Commuter benefit accounts, you may be given the option
Continue readingDependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) – Eligibility, Expenses, and More!
Hey, parents! Let’s talk about Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, also known as a Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP). I’ll cover contribution limits, dependent requirements, eligible
Continue readingHow Much Should I Put In My FSA? (Or HSA?)
Enrollment season is here which means you’re probably wondering, “How much should I put in my FSA?” or “How much should I contribute to my HSA?” Budgeting for medical
Continue readingFSA, HRA, HSA Benefits Debit Card – Convenient and Secure
Card payments are part of everyday life. No matter where you go – doctors’ offices, pharmacies, grocery stores, retail shops, taxis, subway stations, and more – you can use a credit or
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