How to Read a Benefits Vendor’s “Tax-Free” Claim
When a benefits vendor says a payment is tax-free, that phrasing can be a warning sign. Here is how to read the claim and the questions that separate solid from…
Category: 213(d) & Compliance
Is Fixed Indemnity Insurance an IRS Red Flag?
Fixed indemnity insurance is legitimate, but some designs draw IRS scrutiny. Here is what separates a defensible arrangement from a risky one, in plain terms.
Is the Section 125 “Double Dip” a Scam? What the IRS Actually Said
The "double dip" label gets attached to Section 125 fixed-indemnity plans. Here is what the 2023 IRS guidance actually addressed, and what it did not.
What Qualifies as a Medical Expense Under Section 213(d)?
Section 213(d) defines medical care more broadly than most people expect, but it has a firm boundary. Here is what counts, what does not, and the test that decides.
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