About this episode
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) don’t get much attention—but they should. With triple tax advantages (tax-free contributions, growth, and qualified withdrawals), HSAs offer a level of flexibility that’s hard to beat. I break down how to use an HSA not just for healthcare today, but as a long-term planning tool. That includes how to qualify, contribute, invest the funds, and take strategic withdrawals. I also explain why it’s worth tracking medical expenses—even if you don’t reimburse yourself right away—to create future options for tax-free income. What you'll learn: 1. How an HSA can help reduce your lifetime tax burden and fit into a broader retirement strategy 2. Ways to maximize the tax benefits beyond just paying current medical bills Submit your request to join James: On the Ready For Retirement podcast: Apply Here On a Retirement Makeover episode: Apply Here Timestamps: 0:00 - How HSAs work 1:12 - Eligibility and contribution limits 3:19 - HSA details and nuances 4:36 - Timing flexibility 8:11 - Case study -- John 9:31 - Leveraging tax benefits 10:50 - Qualified medical expense 11:51 - Use HSA to the fullest extent 14:19 - HSAs in the grand scheme of things Create Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here. Join the new Root Collective HERE!