Open Window's Insight Articles

With fresh IRS updates, inflation-adjusted brackets, and potential legislation on the horizon, now’s an ideal time to get ahead, sidestep surprises, and keep more of the money you’ve worked so hard to earn. In this Insight Article, we highlight key tax changes, explore Roth conversions in down markets, and revisit a longtime favorite—the strategic use of Health Savings Accounts for Medicare—to help you maximize deductions, avoid penalties, and make confident, tax-smart decisions in 2025.

Were you surprised to receive a Medicare IRMAA letter from the Social Security Administration? Beware that certain income levels can increase your Medicare premium by up to 286% - an increase called "IRMAA." And yet, some people might still pursue this increase. If you're among the 8% of all Medicare participants who received an "IRMAA" letter, here's what you need to know.

It's the time of year again to review Medicare options. The Open Enrollment Period — which begins on October 15 and runs through December 7 —is an opportunity to switch to a better Medicare health and prescription drug plan. Let's review the Open Enrollment Period options and look at changes to Medicare benefits for 2025.

Let's explore how you can maximize the benefits of your HSA to effectively manage healthcare costs during your Medicare journey, including using HSA funds to pay for certain Medicare premiums, coinsurance, deductibles, and out-of-pocket drug costs.