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EnrollmentMake your choices count
HSA & FSA

Open enrollment: dos and don’ts

A practical checklist to help you review your options and approach benefit elections with more confidence.

WEX · October 1, 2026Read the article ↗
Save + investA longer-term view
HSA & FSA

From HSA saver to HSA investor

Explore the next step beyond saving, with questions to consider before investing HSA funds.

WEX · Updated October 14, 2026Read the article ↗
Keep it clear.Benefits communication
Employers & Brokers

Help your team make informed choices

See what benefits data can teach employers about when, where, and how to share open enrollment information.

WEX · September 2, 2026Read the article ↗
HSA + FSA · Watch here

Could your HSA use a little extra?

A conversation about pairing an HSA with a limited-purpose FSA. Press play to watch right here.

Video: WEX Benefits · Benefits Buzz
HSA & FSA · Listen & Learn

HSA and FSA questions, answered

Watch a discussion of account eligibility, compliance, and common questions directly on this page.

Video: WEX Benefits · Benefits Buzz S7-E10
COBRAA guide for employers
COBRA

Continuation coverage: start with the essentials

The Department of Labor’s employer guide brings COBRA responsibilities, notices, and coverage requirements into one resource.

U.S. Department of Labor · GuideRead the employer guide ↗
What’s eligible?Everyday benefits
HSA & FSA

A practical place to check eligible expenses

Review the EBIA Health Care Expenses Table, then check your own plan details for applicable coverage.

Thomson Reuters / EBIA · PDF referenceView eligible expenses table (PDF) ↗
HRAEmployer-funded benefits
HRA

Get to know your HRA options

Start with Benefit Extras’ overview of health reimbursement arrangements and connect with our team about administration.

Benefit Extras · Service overviewExplore HRA administration ↗
Let’s simplify.Support for your team
Employers & Brokers

Your next stop for employer resources

Find a starting point for administration support, employer tools, and the information your team needs.

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