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Health Savings Accounts for the Self-Employed

When you work for yourself, every dollar counts. A Lively HSA helps you save for medical costs, lower your taxes, and prepare for the future — fee-free.

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Save for free

Open a no-fee HSA with Lively for the self-employed and keep more of your money working for you

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Save more for your health

Every dollar you contribute is tax deductible, lowering your taxable income and helping you pay less for healthcare.

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Health safety net

Your HSA funds roll over year after year, so your savings are always there when you need them — whether that’s next month or in retirement.

Why Self-Employed Professionals Choose an HSA

When you’re paying out of pocket for health insurance, every dollar counts. With a Lively HSA, you can:

  • Cut your tax bill — Contribute pre-tax dollars and reduce your taxable income.

  • Pay for qualified medical expenses tax-free — from prescriptions to dental visits to vision care.

  • Grow your savings long-term — Invest your HSA funds for future healthcare or retirement needs.

Stay in control Spend when you need to and save when you don’t. Your money is always yours.

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No-Fee HSAs for Independent Earners

If you’re self-employed and paying out of pocket for health insurance, a Lively Health Savings Account (HSA) helps you lower your healthcare costs and keep more of what you earn. We never charge monthly maintenance fees for a basic HSA — so every contribution stays in your account, ready to cover qualified medical expenses or grow for the future.

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Stay Organized and Maximize Your Benefits

Manage your account and expenses in one place so you’re always ready for tax time or reimbursements.

  • Upload and store receipts for eligible healthcare purchases.

  • Categorize spending to see exactly where your healthcare dollars go.

  • Access records anytime from your dashboard, whenever you need them.

Clear, organized records make it easier to track deductible healthcare expenses, maximize tax savings, and keep your account IRS-compliant year after year.

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Manage and Access Your HSA Funds Anytime

Your HSA isn’t just for tax season — it’s a year-round tool. With Lively, you can check your balance, pay providers directly, transfer funds, and request reimbursements anytime from your dashboard. Perfect for self-employed professionals who need quick, on-the-go access to their healthcare savings.

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Get quick access to tools & support

Managing benefits as a self employed individual? We make it simple with clear guidance and real people when you need them.

  • Live help via chat, email, or phone

  • Step-by-step guides on HSA eligibility, HDHP requirements, and contribution rules

  • Dashboard tools for receipt storage, categorized spending, and downloadable statements/year-end forms

  • Investment education & FAQs for when you’re ready to grow your HSA

  • Resource library with examples for common self-employed scenarios (pay a provider, reimburse yourself, dental/vision, and more)

Get answers fast and move forward with confidence. Everything you need to manage your HSA is in one place—on your schedule.

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Open a No-Fee HSA for the Self-Employed

Working for yourself means benefits must flex with your cash flow. A Lively HSA helps freelancers, contractors, and small business owners lower taxes, pay providers directly or reimburse later, and manage everything online—no monthly fees; your dashboard organizes receipts and reports, and real people help when needed. Open your HSA today to keep more of what you earn.

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