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Can You Use an HSA to Self-Insure for Long-Term Care? (Why the Math Fails)

Long-Term Care Insurance Now··2 September 2026·9 min

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Can you really self-fund your long-term care by investing in a Health Savings Account instead of buying insurance? In this episode, Scott A. Olson breaks down the flawed logic behind using an HSA for long-term care and reveals why this strategy leaves your retirement exposed to major tax and timing risks. You will see the real comparison between relying on an estimated $292K HSA balance and securing up to $1.9 million in guaranteed, inflation-protected insurance benefits. Learn how to combine your HSA with a smart long-term care policy to protect your family's future.Buy my book on Amazon: https://zurl.co/6YK23 Listen to the podcast: https://zurl.co/dtGSK Watch our YouTube channel: https://zurl.co/0DvqQ Visit our website to learn more: https://zurl.co/8BxY3 Scott A. Olson, CLTC®, is co-founder of LTCShop.com and host of Long-Term Care Insurance Now. He has specialized exclusively in long-term care insurance since 1995 and is licensed nationwide. His National Producer Number (NPN) is 617232. Policy features, riders, and definitions mentioned in this article vary heavily by insurance carrier and state regulations. Partnership protections apply only to state-approved plans. Consult an LTCShop.com licensed specialist for specific carrier language.