Are HSA Contributions Deductible for 2017?

Yes, Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for 2017 are deductible. If you contributed to an HSA in 2017, you can deduct those contributions when filing your taxes. Deducting your HSA contributions can help reduce your taxable income for the year.

Here are some key points to know about HSA contributions and deductions for 2017:

• You can deduct contributions made by you, your employer, or a family member on your behalf.
• For 2017, the maximum HSA contribution limit was $3,400 for individuals and $6,750 for families.
• If you were 55 or older in 2017, you could contribute an additional $1,000 as a catch-up contribution.
• To be eligible to contribute to an HSA, you must have been covered by a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) and not enrolled in Medicare.
• It's important to keep records of your HSA contributions and be aware of the contribution limits to ensure you are deducting the correct amount.

Absolutely! If you contributed to a Health Savings Account (HSA) in 2017, you can deduct those amounts when preparing your tax returns. This deduction is a valuable opportunity to lower your taxable income.