Frequently Asked Health Insurance Questions
Frequently Asked Health Insurance Questions As open enrollment comes to a close, we have found there are many common questions people have. In this article, we will answer four frequently asked health insurance questions. 1. Why can’t I enroll in a plan at any time of the year? Each year open enrollment last from November 1st until January 31st. This is the only time you can enroll in a health insurance plan. You can also [...]
Strategies to Help Pay for Long Term Care
Strategies to Help Pay for Long Term Care Implementing strategies to help pay for long term care can help you to prevent a lot of stress and trouble. It also can help to preserve funds for the benefit of your spouse or other loved ones. In this article, we will review 4 strategies to help pay for long term care. 1. Long Term Care Insurance Long term care insurance is a special type of [...]
Flexible Spending Account Basics
Flexible Spending Account Basics A flexible spending account, or FSA, is a type of tax-advantaged health plan offered by employers. In this article, we will go over the basics of how a flexible spending account works. Setting Up an FSA A flexible spending account is only available if your employer offers it. If you have a health plan through your employer and they offer FSAs, you will need to contact the appropriate department at [...]
Pros and Cons of Long Term Care Insurance
Pros and Cons of Long Term Care Insurance The pros and cons of long term care insurance need to be weighed before a policy is purchased. In this article, we will go over several pros and cons of long term care insurance to help you when making a decision about purchasing a policy. Pros Long term care insurance helps you to prepare for unexpected hardships due to a decline in your health. The first [...]
Group Long Term Care Insurance
Group Long Term Care Insurance Group long term care insurance is a form in which you can purchase long term care coverage. However, the only way to enroll is through your employer. In this article, we will briefly go over how group long term care insurance works for employers and employees. If you would like an explanation of Long Term Care Insurance you can visit one of our other blogs here. Benefits of Group [...]
Long Term Care Insurance Alternatives
Long Term Care Insurance Alternatives Long term care insurance is a type of insurance that will help cover the cost of assisted living, nursing care, or home health care. But for some, the price of long term care insurance puts it out of reach. In this article, we will go over the importance of long term care planning and possible long term care insurance alternatives. The Importance of Long Term Care Planning According to [...]