Close
Solutions
Resources

“HSAs are a great way to learn benefits and a great way to approach companies to develop confidence. They’re low cost, simple administratively, and you can learn them quickly.”

Read Case Study
Pricing
Careers
Search Site
Research

How Offering HSAs Can Set You Apart as an Advisor

Let’s face it—being an insurance advisor can be tough. You’re competing with countless other advisors who are offering the same basic packages, from group health to dental and life insurance. So how...

myHSA
Updated on:

Let’s face it—being an insurance advisor can be tough. You’re competing with countless other advisors who are offering the same basic packages, from group health to dental and life insurance. So how do you stand out? One powerful way is by offering something a little different—health and wellness spending accounts ( myHSA , myWSA and myFlexplan ). These flexible, customizable benefits aren’t just a cool perk; they can be a game-changer for your clients and a way for you to differentiate yourself in a crowded market.

Why Standing Out Matters — When you’re in a market where everyone is selling the same thing, it’s easy to get lost in the shuffle. That’s why you need something that makes you memorable and adds real value to the businesses you work with.

myHSA plans offer just that. They give employers a way to offer flexible benefits that employees love, while keeping costs predictable. And for you, they’re a golden opportunity to bring something fresh to the table that others might overlook.

How Health and Wellness Spending Accounts Can Give You the Edge

You’re Offering Benefits Employees Actually Want

Today’s workforce is diverse, and so are their needs. Instead of a “one-size-fits-all” benefits plan, health and wellness spending accounts let employees pick and choose what works best for them. Whether it’s covering mental health support, fitness programs, or even non-traditional therapies, you’ll be providing a solution that’s flexible and in tune with what people really want.

You’re Giving Employers Flexibility and Control

Small business owners want predictability when it comes to costs, but they also want benefits that employees appreciate. Controlling cash flow through a pay as you go model, along with distribution schedules to mitigate big spending at the start of the year can help small businesses with both predictability and control. Health and wellness spending accounts strike that perfect balance. Employers set a budget, and employees decide how to spend it. When you can explain this level of control and flexibility, you’ll be seen as a trusted advisor who gets what businesses need.

You’re Helping Clients Keep Their Teams Happy and Engaged

Employee retention is huge these days. Businesses are always looking for ways to keep their teams satisfied, and a personalized benefits plan with myHSA can make all the difference. By introducing our health and wellness spending accounts, you’re offering a tool that helps employers keep their employees happy and engaged—something every business owner wants.

You’re Bringing Some Tax Benefits to the Table

Let’s be real, everyone loves tax savings. With these accounts, employers often get to deduct contributions, and employees can enjoy tax-free benefits (depending on the setup and location). Being able to explain these perks makes you look like a financial whiz and gives your clients one more reason to listen to what you have to say.

You’re Positioning Yourself as a Go-To Expert

Not every advisor is out there offering health and wellness spending accounts—or fully understands how they work. By mastering the ins and outs of our plans, you can become the go-to expert. When clients realize you’re bringing something unique and valuable to the table, and with myHSA , they’re more likely to stick with you and refer others your way.

How to Start Offering Health and Wellness Spending Accounts

So, how do you make these accounts a key part of your offering? Here are a few tips:

Know the Trends: — Stay on top of what’s happening in the world of employee benefits. The more you know, the better you can advise your clients.

Team Up with Us: — Connect with us to offer our plans to your clients! We offer best in the industry customer support, top rated user experience, 100% digital platform, fast reimbursement and so much more.

Educate Your Clients: — Not everyone understands how these accounts work. Take the time to host a quick webinar, share some of our tutorial videos or schedule a chat to break things down for them.

Show Real Success Stories: — If you have clients who are already benefiting from these accounts, share their stories (with permission, of course). Seeing real results makes a big difference when you’re trying to win over new clients.

Health and wellness spending accounts are more than just a cool trend—they’re a smart, flexible solution that today’s businesses need. By offering these accounts, you’re setting yourself apart as an advisor who’s ahead of the curve and truly focused on delivering value. In a crowded market, that’s the kind of edge that can make all the difference.

No items found.
Blog Highlights

Other Insights

Expert insights on flexible benefits, employee retention, and CRA-compliant plans in Canada.

Autumn leaves on a tree
Insights

September 2026 Advisor Newsletter

In this Issue: A year-end HSA checklist for clients & an advisor spotlight

Aly Edwards
Updated on:
Research

Why an HSA is the Best Small Business Benefits Package in Canada

Discover why Canadian small businesses are switching to Health Spending Accounts: 100% tax-deductible, flexible, and easier to manage than group insurance.

Aly Edwards
Updated on:
News

What is Multi-Factor Authentication, and Why is myHSA Using It?

What Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is, why myHSA added it for Plan Administrators, and how to log in with your authenticator app.

Aly Edwards
Updated on:
Woman running by the ocean
Insights

Are Health and Fitness Apps Eligible Under an HSA in Canada?

Are health and fitness apps eligible under an HSA in Canada? The short answer? Generally, no. Read more to learn why.

Aly Edwards
Updated on:
Woman in glasses types on a laptop at a wooden desk in a cozy home office with shelves, plants, and a brick wall.
Insights

Why Choice is Becoming the Most Valuable Benefit You Can Offer

Why choice is becoming the most valuable benefit: myHSA's Danielle Constantine and Medcan's Sherri Look Yan on flexible benefits and preventative care.

Aly Edwards
Updated on:
Research

The 2025 myHSA Year-End Trend Report: A Closer Look into the World of Spending Accounts

2025 myHSA Trends Report cover on cream background with teal and black text; subtitle reads a closer look into the world of spending accounts.

Hailey Dirk
Updated on: