Episode 188: Understanding Health Savings Accounts with Melissa Joy

Ever wondered why a Health Savings Account (HSA) is often described as the holy grail in personal finance? Co-hosts Melissa Joy and Melissa Fradenburg  discuss the nuts and bolts of HSAs and high deductible health plans in this episode of Women's Money Wisdom Podcast. We're delving into the potential savings from lower premiums and employer contributions, and the importance of striking a balance between present and future medical costs. We also talk about the unexpected out-of-pocket costs that may catch you off guard if you’re more familiar with traditional health plans.


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