How a Health Savings Account Can Be a Smart Tax Strategy Have you been considering a health savings account? Here, accountant Mark Kohler explains the advantages.

By Mark J. Kohler • Apr 9, 2012

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Have you been considering a health savings account for your business? While an HSA strategy typically means choosing a health-insurance policy with a higher deductible, accountant Mark Kohler says there are several advantages. Among them:

Tax deductions for contributions.
Tax-free growth on investments using the HSA.
Tax-free withdrawls for health-care expenses.

Mark J. Kohler

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Author, Attorney and CPA

Mark Kohler, M.PR.A., C.P.A., J.D., is a highly respected Founding and Senior Partner at KKOS Lawyers, specializing in tax, legal, wealth, estate, and asset protection planning. With a reputation as a YouTube personality, best-selling author, and national speaker, Kohler is dedicated to guiding clients through complex legal and financial landscapes to achieve their American Dream. He also serves as the co-founder and Board Member of the Directed IRA Trust Company and has launched the Main Street Certified Tax Advisor Program to train CPAs and Enrolled Agents nationwide. As the co-host of The Main Street Business Podcast and The Directed IRA Podcast, he simplifies intricate topics like legal and tax strategy, asset protection, retirement, investing, and wealth growth. Mark Kohler's commitment to helping entrepreneurs and small business owners attain success and financial security has made him a trusted expert in the field, benefiting countless individuals and businesses in navigating the financial and business world with confidence.

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