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Original Medicare provides coverage for a range of healthcare services to adults who are over 65 or meet other eligibility criteria like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Still, it doesn’t cover everything, so beneficiaries who need additional coverage turn to Medicare Supplement insurance — also known as Medigap — for extra…
As we approach the annual enrollment period starting in October, you may be wondering about Medicare changes coming in 2026 and beyond. While there are many unknowns, we do know some changes through the Final Rule and some insurance market changes. In this article, we’ll review changes in the administration…
In 2024, a record 331.8 million people visited national parks in the United States. National parks offer a range of experiences for visitors — from museum exhibits and self-guided tours to scenic views and homesteading. Parks can be difficult for people with disabilities or mobility issues to navigate. However, in…
Most of us want to stay in our homes as we grow older. It’s where our memories live, where we feel comfortable, and where we can maintain our independence. But aging in place takes thoughtful planning and practical modifications. Your home — the one that served you perfectly for years…
You can’t plan for the unexpected, but you can prepare for it. As you start getting your affairs in order — planning retirement, budgeting life on a fixed income, evaluating insurance policies — it’s smart to consider final expense insurance to help take care of end-of-life costs. Funerals can cost…
For those with Medigap (Medicare Supplement) plans, you may be wondering what your options are for switching carriers or coverage over time as your healthcare needs change. Unlike Part D and Medicare Advantage that have an Annual Enrollment Period (Oct. 15-Dec. 7), Medigap beneficiaries can make changes to their plans…
Birds zip between tree branches, morning frost melts into muddy footprints, and the air carries that distinct sweet scent of thawing soil. Spring signals it’s time to prepare your garden. But starting a spring garden comes with questions: When should you clean up winter debris? What does your soil need?…
Family vacations are a great way to connect. Multi-generational vacations offer families the chance to spend quality time together while having new experiences, with many people calling them the ultimate way to make memories with extended family. Multi-generational travel — including grandparents, adult children, and grandchildren — has been growing…
Navigating Medicare can be complex, especially when it comes to supplemental coverage. If you’re looking for a way to ensure you can get a Medicare Supplement plan without medical underwriting, understanding your guaranteed issue rights is crucial. This article breaks down everything you need to know, from what it is…
Retirement presents the perfect opportunity for trying new things you didn’t have time for before. Traveling to places you’ve always wanted to visit, taking up a new hobby, or even switching your wardrobe are all fun ways to broaden your horizons in this new stage of life. If you’re looking…
