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In reply to the discussion: The Scam that is Health Savings Accounts [View all]madaboutharry
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It sounds as if you don't understand that you're not trying to save the whole $250,000.
WillowTree
Feb 2017
#11
I don't know why you think I would know "what percentage of people" are making minimum wage.
WillowTree
Feb 2017
#32
they are a scam in that they greatly benefit higher earners more than they help people
Skittles
Feb 2017
#34
all hsa's do is let you get a tax deduction (not a credit) for certain medical expenses
unblock
Feb 2017
#2
I doubt that Bill Gates bothers with HSA. There are another class of tax payers that get a big
grantcart
Feb 2017
#42
That's RIGHT. They are also pushing another idea that's just as deceptive and bad!
napi21
Feb 2017
#7
That is not how health savings accounts work.. not that they are anything to brag about, anyway
pangaia
Feb 2017
#9
I've had a great experience with HSAs. Your characterization is wrong
taught_me_patience
Feb 2017
#14
In his case, since it seems his employer offers different plans he could then switch
stevenleser
Feb 2017
#23