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Health Insurance Employer Premium

$484-$1936

Can You Write Off Health Insurance Employer Premium?

Short answer: Health Insurance Employer Premium — Employee Benefits & Retirement for established Gen X businesses

Employee benefits and retirement plan contributions are deductible business expenses. Health insurance premiums, 401(k) matching, SEP-IRA contributions, and other benefits are fully deductible. Employer FICA taxes are required and deductible. Workers compensation and unemployment insurance are ordinary business expenses. Proper plan documentation and compliance required.

Records to keep: Keep receipts and document business use. Deductible if ordinary and necessary for your trade or business.