Who Can Fund a Health Savings Account (HSA)?

Health Savings Accounts, or HSAs, are a great way to save for medical expenses while enjoying tax advantages. But who can actually contribute funds to an HSA? Let's break it down.

Only certain individuals are eligible to fund an HSA:

• Those enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) are eligible to open and contribute to an HSA.
• If you have coverage under another health plan that is not an HDHP, you may still be eligible as long as it is limited coverage such as dental, vision, or specific injury insurance.
• You cannot be claimed as a dependent on someone else's tax return to contribute to an HSA.

Now that we know who can fund an HSA, it's important to understand the benefits and rules that come with it:

• HSA contributions are tax-deductible, reducing your taxable income.
• Interest and investment earnings on HSA funds are tax-free.
• Funds in an HSA roll over from year to year, so there's no
  

  Health Savings Accounts, or HSAs, not only provide an excellent way to save for medical expenses, but they also come with significant tax benefits. Are you wondering if you can contribute to an HSA? Let's clarify the eligibility criteria.

  Individuals who are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) have the opportunity to both open and fund an HSA. This includes people who might have additional coverage, such as dental or vision insurance, provided their primary insurance is an HDHP.

  It’s also crucial to note that if you are someone who is claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return, then you are not eligible to contribute to an HSA. Understanding these qualifications is the first step to leveraging the benefits of your HSA.