If you’re considering taking out an insurance policy, it’s important to understand the components that go into it. And review the options that you have, starting with one of the most crucial concepts – the annuity. Are fixed annuities a good investment for you to make? Consider how they work to make an educated decision. …
September 28, 2017
Category: Annuities
For many younger people, the thought of buying life insurance is probably about as far from your mind as it can be. You’re young, and life insurance is something only old people have to think about, right? Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth. While you seem to have a long, happy life ahead …
September 20, 2017
Category: Life Insurance
When you’re shopping around for an insurance policy, one thing is probably on your mind: price. Most people are looking for the cheapest option possible. But choosing an insurance agent is more than just a cost-conscious decision. This choice can impact your life for years to come. Make it wisely, by reviewing all possible options. …
September 2, 2017
Category: Health Insurance
If you're nearing age 65 (or retiring and losing group insurance) you may need help with Medicare planning. It's always best to get started early so that you fully understand all of your options. Choices you make now will affect your options in the future. We help our clients through this progression. There is a [...]
July 12, 2017
Category: Medicare Supplements, Retirement Planning
If you own a Health Savings Account and you're approaching Medicare eligibility, you likely want to know what you can and can't do with your unused funds. The good news is you can keep your HSA once on Medicare. This is helpful for those who have accumulated significant assets in their accounts. Furthermore, there are [...]
May 2, 2017
Category: Medicare Supplements, Retirement Planning
We see quite a few mistakes people make with their Medicare insurance plans. Many of these are avoidable by knowing the most important rules, regulations and timelines while having a good team around you. If you're researching your options as you near Medicare eligibility, you know there is a lot of information to sort through. [...]
February 4, 2017
Category: Medicare Supplements
If you are shopping for (or own) a fixed index annuity, you likely have your eyes on a few different indices. Fortunately, 2016 was a good year for most markets and many annuity accounts showed positive returns. Posted below, we have summed up the returns of the major indexes (like the Dow, S&P 500, NASDAQ, [...]
January 4, 2017
Category: Annuities
We get the question from our clients all the time, "Do Medicare supplement insurance plans have networks?" A rare few do, but most don't. If you are asking this question, then it's important to better understand how these insurance policies work. In this post we will discuss in detail what you can expect from your [...]
September 26, 2016
Category: Medicare Supplements
Reviewing and understanding your supplemental insurance options can be overwhelming when you are new to Medicare. There are several options to choose from and it’s hard to know which plans with which provider will be most suitable for the long haul. In the following article, we provide tips and advice to help you navigate this somewhat …
February 4, 2016
Category: Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements
As part of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2016, supplemental plans that cover the Part B deductible will no longer be for sale in 2020. This legislation means that Plan F, Plan C and High Deductible Plan F will no longer be fore offered to those who are new to Medicare in …
January 8, 2016
Category: Medicare Supplements
If you would like to purchase health insurance outside of the yearly Open Enrollment window, then you will need a qualifying life event (QLE) to do so. Open Enrollment begins on November 15th and lasts through February 15th each year. Without such an event, insurance companies will turn down your application. How Do Qualifying Life …
August 6, 2015
Category: Health Care Reform, Health Insurance
If you are over 65 and leaving your group health insurance, you’ll need to plan carefully when considering COBRA as your semi-permanent insurance. If you do not enroll in Medicare Part B upon separation from employment, you can face late enrollment penalties including fines and delays. Unfortunately, the transition from group health insurance to Medicare – and the …
July 14, 2015
Category: Medicare Supplements, Retirement Planning
If you’ve ever been declined a Medicare supplement insurance plan due to medical underwriting, then you know the frustration. Some carriers are more stringent than others and the slightest health issue can be grounds for denial. And in most states, you have only one or two chances to choose a supplement without the need for medical …
June 3, 2015
Category: Medicare Supplements
Mutual of Omaha has many offerings, but they may be best known for their Medicare supplement insurance plans. Their policies are competitively priced across the U.S. and rate increases with their Medigap coverage has been trending lower the last few years. A.M. Best rates them A+ due to their large base of policy holders, cash reserves [...]
April 17, 2015
Category: Medicare Supplements
When you’re new to Medicare, there are decisions to make. Most of our clients compare traditional supplements (Plans, F, G, N, etc.) to Advantage plans, but inevitably the questions arises, ‘What is a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan?’ Through the years, we have found there’s a lot confusion about Advantage plans. They are different from supplements – and …
March 19, 2015
Category: Medicare Advantage