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FSA Store® shares 7 ways to fight flu and viruses while spending down flexible spending account (FSA) funds before December 31

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The December 31 use-it-or-lose-it FSA deadline is drawing near and FSA Store® is educating consumers about ways to spend tax-free funds to protect individuals and families from viruses, flu, and Covid-19

DALLAS, Oct. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — According to recent data, Americans should prepare for an increase in respiratory illnesses this fall. Fortunately, people who are enrolled in flexible spending accounts (FSA) can spend remaining 2024 funds on a wide variety of products and services that will protect themselves and their dependents from the spread of viruses and help treat symptoms. At the same time, spending down FSA funds before December 31 can help consumers avoid forfeiting unused funds to this use-it-or-lose-it deadline. To help consumers protect their health and their healthcare dollars, FSA Store®, the first and leading online store dedicated exclusively to selling FSA-eligible products and telehealth services, is sharing seven ways to use tax-free funds during cold and flu season.

If you have an FSA, now is the perfect time to spend those funds on products and services that will keep your family healthy during the coming months.

“FSAs are an exceptional tool for saving money and protecting your health, and now is the time of year when consumers need to do both. However, low understanding of FSA eligibility and deadline rules can get in the way,” said Keri Kaiser, chief revenue officer for Health-E Commerce, parent brand to FSA Store and HSA Store. “That’s why we’re educating individuals and families about easy, high-value ways to spend down remaining FSA funds on virus-preparedness and treatments.”

According to FSA Store, these tax-free funds can be used to pay for the following eligible expenses – and much more – to combat viruses like Covid-19, influenza, the common cold, and more:

1. Thermometers: Make temperature testing quick and easy with non-contact and ear and forehead digital thermometers. Infant versions are also available.

2. Steam Inhalers: A tried-and-true approach to alleviating congestion and mucus buildup, portable and cordless steam inhalers, as well as shower-activated steam tablets can be purchased with FSA funds.

3. Face Masks: Proven to be effective in reducing the spread of germs and viral conditions, FSA Store offers disposable N95 and Pediatric Masks that are guaranteed eligible with tax-free funds.

4. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medicines: OTC medications can help treat symptoms like cough, chest tightness, pain and fever, nasal congestion, lack of sleep, nasal congestion, sinus pain, and more. In addition to these high-volume medications, FSA funds can also be used to purchase devices like the Aura Ease mask to relieve headache pain. For added convenience, FSA Store also offers a variety of bundles, like the Medicine Cabinet Bundle or the Cold and Flu Bundle that allow shoppers to quickly and easily purchase related products in a single purchase.

5. Hand Sanitizers: Bacteria and viruses can be prevented with hand sanitizers and alcohol wipes, in travel sizes for on-the-go use and holiday travel, or canisters for home use.

6. Emergency and Backup Medications: Staying healthy during cold and flu season also means being prepared with daily dose medications for existing or chronic conditions. FSA Store gives consumers easy access to use their FSA funds to purchase personalized medication kits and backup prescriptions through Jase Medical.

7. Diagnostic Supplies and Devices: Tracking key biometrics is an important part of fighting off viruses. Diagnostic products and devices like Covid testing kits, pulse oximeters, stethoscopes, and wearable health trackers can all be purchased with FSA funds.

“If you have an FSA, now is the perfect time to spend those funds on products and services that will keep your family healthy during the coming months,” said Kaiser. “We offer more than 2,500 guaranteed eligible products and telehealth services to help account holders spend their remaining funds in meaningful ways, along with industry leading education resources to help you maximize your account throughout the year.”

What is an FSA? An FSA is a tax-advantaged account that consumers can enroll in through their employer-sponsored benefits program. Employees and/or employers can contribute to the account through pre-tax payroll contributions. This reduces the employee’s taxable income and helps them pay for a wide range of expenses. FSA-eligible expenses are determined by the Internal Revenue Service.

What is the FSA deadline? All FSAs have a deadline by which funds must be spent each year. The majority of employers that offer an FSA have a December 31 deadline, which means that employees who are enrolled in the FSA may need to spend all funds by December 31 with a few exceptions. Unused funds will be forfeited. This December deadline is often referred to as the “use-it-or-lose-it deadline.”

About Health-E Commerce
Health-E Commerce is the parent brand to FSA Store and HSA Store, online stores that serve the 70+ million consumers enrolled in pre-tax health and wellness accounts. The company also created Caring Mill™, a popular private-label line of health products through which a portion of every purchase is donated to the Children’s Health Fund. Since 2010, the Health-E Commerce brands have led the direct-to-consumer e-commerce market for exclusively pre-tax health and wellness benefits. Health-E Commerce plays an essential role in expanding product eligibility for important new categories within the list of eligible medical expenses.

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Barbara Tabor, FSA Store, 6512309192, barbara@taborpr.com, https://fsastore.com

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TEDCO Releases Equitech Growth Commission’s Preliminary Funding Plan and Priorities

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Announces Inaugural Request for Applications through the Equitech Growth Fund with up to $5M in Estimated Awards

COLUMBIA, Md., Oct. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, announces the release of the Equitech Growth Commission’s Preliminary Funding Plan and Priorities, along with a Request for Applications (RFA) for the inaugural round of Equitech funding. The Commission’s preliminary plan, which serves as the initial framework for its 10-year strategic plan, outlines broad-based objectives and serves as a guide for shaping funding opportunities made available through the Equitech Growth Fund. The Commission’s Final Funding Plan and Priorities is anticipated to be released in June 2025.

TEDCO Announces Inaugural Request for Applications through the Equitech Growth Fund with up to $5M in Estimated Awards

“With this fund, we are continuing to create strategies that will enhance Maryland’s statewide ecosystem,” said Mindy Lehman, chief government program development, affairs & policy officer at TEDCO. “This grant opportunity allows us to provide even more support to underrepresented communities.”

The Equitech Growth Fund is a key component of the broader Cultivate Maryland initiative, which was launched in response to a recent study that revealed a slowing economic growth rate in Maryland. The initiative aims to create a sustainable and inclusive ecosystem, helping to retain companies while attracting new entrepreneurs to the state.

The inaugural round of funding made available through the RFA aligns with the goals, objectives and outcomes to support economic competitiveness and inclusive growth of emerging and advanced industries in Maryland as outlined in the Commission’s Preliminary Funding Plan. The RFA seeks proposals that leverage partnerships and investments from the private sector, federal government and/or other stakeholders for initiatives focused on workforce development and infrastructure and address one or more of the Commission’s 10-year goals for growing the State’s innovation economy. The total funding pool for the awards is estimated to be up to $5 million.

Funding breakdown:

Infrastructure Awards: $3 million will be awarded to 2 – 4 applications accepted for 12 – 36-month plans, with awards up to $1 million each (estimated).Workforce Awards: $2 million will be awarded to 10 – 12 applications accepted for 12 – 24-month plans, with awards up to $250,000 each (estimated).

Priority areas include:

Entrepreneur DevelopmentExpansion of STEM EducationAdvanced ManufacturingCybersecurity and IT Industry Workforce DevelopmentAdvanced TechnologyAdvanced Laboratory Space

Additional areas of consideration include, but are not limited to:

Environmental and Energy TechnologyAerospace and DefenseSmart Agriculture and Food TechnologyHealthcare, Life Sciences, and BioinformaticsAutonomous Systems and RoboticsFinTechCreative Industries and DigitalLogistics and Supply Chain Innovation

“Maryland is a state of opportunity and potential. The release of this RFA signifies an essential strategic step forward, allowing us to fully embrace the state’s potential,” said Troy LeMaile-Stovall, CEO of TEDCO. “With this fund, we’re excited to build a sustainable and inclusive ecosystem that not only supports entrepreneurial innovation but encourages it.”

For eligibility requirements and to read the full RFA, click here.

Applications for the Equitech Growth Fund are due November 6, 2024, by 5 p.m., and can be submitted here. If you have any questions, please contact equitechgrowth@tedcomd.com.

About TEDCO
TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, enhances economic empowerment growth through the fostering of an inclusive entrepreneurial innovation ecosystem. TEDCO identifies, invests in, and helps grow technology and life science-based companies in Maryland. Learn more at www.tedcomd.com.

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Tammi Thomas, Chief Development & Marketing Officer, TEDCO, tthomas@tedcomd.com

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION TO ANNOUNCE THIRD-QUARTER RESULTS ON OCTOBER 23RD AND HOLD CONFERENCE CALL ON OCTOBER 24TH

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BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Oct. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) will release its third-quarter financial results and presentation materials at 4:05 p.m. ET on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.  Whirlpool Corporation will hold a conference call to discuss its performance with the investment community at 8 a.m. ET on Thursday, October 24, 2024.

To participate in the conference call, dial 1 (888) 440-4038 and Conference ID 2610251. International participants should dial 1 (646) 960-0861 and Conference ID 2610251. Participants should dial in at least 10 minutes prior to the call, as they may experience longer than usual wait times.

The conference call will be webcast live on the Company’s website at www.investors.whirlpoolcorp.com and may be accessed by clicking on the “News & Events” tab located at the top of the page, and by clicking on “Events & Presentations”. To listen to the live webcast, participants should visit the site at least 15 minutes prior to the conference call to download any required streaming media software. Key financial statistics, the earnings presentation, and an archived recording of the conference call will be available on the Company’s website for at least 30 days.

About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. The company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers.  Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

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We routinely post important information for investors on our website, WhirlpoolCorp.com, in the “Investors” section. We also intend to update the Hot Topics Q&A portion of this webpage as a means of disclosing material, non-public information and for complying with our disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors should monitor the Investors section of our website, in addition to following our press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, presentations and webcasts. The information contained on, or that may be accessed through, our webpage is not incorporated by reference into, and is not a part of, this document.

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Etsy to Announce Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results on October 30, 2024

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Etsy, Inc. (Nasdaq: ETSY), which operates two-sided online marketplaces that connect millions of passionate and creative buyers and sellers around the world, plans to release its third quarter 2024 financial results after market close on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. The press release can be accessed on the Etsy Investor Relations website (investors.etsy.com).

Etsy will also host a video webcast conference call to discuss those results at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the same day, which will be live-streamed via the Company’s Investor Relations website (investors.etsy.com) under the events section. Publishing research analysts will be provided an opportunity to ask company management live questions on the call. A copy of the earnings call presentation will also be posted to our website.

A replay of the video webcast will be available through the same link following the conference call starting at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time that evening, for at least three months thereafter.

About Etsy

Etsy, Inc. operates two-sided online marketplaces that connect millions of passionate and creative buyers and sellers around the world. These marketplaces share a mission to “Keep Commerce Human,” and we’re committed to using the power of business and technology to strengthen communities and empower people. Our primary marketplace, Etsy.com, is the global destination for unique and creative goods. Buyers come to Etsy to be inspired and delighted by items that are crafted and curated by creative entrepreneurs. For sellers, we offer a range of tools and services that address key business needs.

Etsy, Inc.’s “House of Brands” portfolio also includes fashion resale marketplace Depop, and Reverb, the largest online marketplace dedicated to music gear. Each Etsy, Inc. marketplace operates independently, while benefiting from shared expertise in product, marketing, technology, and customer support.

Etsy was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.

Etsy has used, and intends to continue using, its Investor Relations website and the Etsy News Blog (etsy.com/news) to disclose material non-public information and to comply with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, you should monitor our investor relations website and the Etsy News Blog in addition to following our press releases, SEC filings, and public conference calls and webcasts.

Investor Relations Contact:
Deb Wasser, Vice President of Investor Relations & ESG Engagement
ir@etsy.com 

Media Relations Contact:
Kelly Clausen, Vice President of Communications & Community
press@etsy.com

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