HSA Guide
Do HSA Benefits Roll Over Each Year? Exploring the Rollover Feature of HSA Accounts
Published March 12, 2023
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If you're considering enrolling in a Health Savings Account (HSA), you may be wondering if the benefits roll over each year. The good news is that unlike Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), HSA funds do not expire at the end of the year.
If you're considering enrolling in a Health Savings Account (HSA), there's a common question that comes to mind: do the benefits roll over each year? The great news is that, unlike Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), HSA funds do not expire at the end of the calendar year, which means you can take your time to use your savings.
How contributions and earnings roll over
Here's a closer look at how the rollover feature of HSA accounts works:
- Contributions: Any contributions you make to your HSA remain in the account and roll over from year to year.
- Interest and Investment Earnings: Any interest or investment earnings your HSA funds accrue also roll over each year.
- Unused Funds: If you don't use all the funds in your HSA during the year, the remaining balance rolls over to the next year.
- Portability: HSAs are portable, meaning you can take the account with you if you change jobs or health insurance plans.
Why rollover adds flexibility and savings
Having HSA benefits roll over each year provides you with added flexibility and long-term savings potential. It allows you to build up a balance over time for future healthcare expenses or retirement.