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Valentine’s Day Ideas for Retirees
You might think that Valentine’s Day is reserved for couples and kids, but you’d be wrong! There are plenty of things you can do to celebrate (or avoid) the day. Retirees, especially, have extra time to do as they please. Spread the love to your partner, friends, family, or simply yourself! About Valentine’s Day Saint…
February: American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month! While your cardiovascular health is always important, this is a great reminder to evaluate your habits to stay happy and healthy! Nearly half of adults in the U.S. have hypertension (high blood pressure), but only 25% actually take steps to keep it under control. Hypertension drastically increases your chances of…
Traveling with Medicare: Check your coverage
January 25 is National Plan Your Vacation Day! It’s important for anyone with Medicare to be familiar with their coverage before booking their next trip. There are certain factors that can affect whether or not you’ll have Medicare insurance coverage while away from home, including: What kind of plan you have Where you’re going What…
Insights Into 2021 Medicare Shopping Trends
United Medicare Advisors provides independent advice to help people select the best Medicare insurance for their needs. Years of expertise enable us to match Medicare-eligible individuals with the appropriate coverage for their lifestyle and budget. Once again, Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for 2021 ended on December 7. Many people are not aware of the…
Set Up For Success: Make Your Space Match Your Lifestyle
Many people spend years working hard and planning for their ideal retirement activities, whether it’ll include traveling, gardening, reading books, knitting, socializing, exercising, or something else. While most people plan for the financial elements of post-retirement life, they often overlook the psychological elements. A sudden change in a long-followed routine can be overwhelming for many…
Healthy Tips for the New Year
As the holidays wind down, people start considering their New Year’s resolutions. But rather than setting big goals, a smaller step-by-step approach is a much better way to approach your New Year’s resolutions. As you approach the age of retirement, you can really explore new (and old) goals for yourself. Resolutions to keep calm, commit…
Happy Holidays from UMA
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to our United Medicare Advisors clients! We are so thankful for you and proud to be your chosen Medicare resource this year and every year. Don’t forget, you get a complimentary Annual Policy Review every year to ensure your Medicare Supplement plan continues to be a good fit for…
What’s Next for Medicare in 2022
Each year, we speak to thousands of people who tell us how confusing and overwhelming Medicare can be. We understand how tricky it is, and you are not alone. To help you make sense of Medicare, United Medicare Advisors has reviewed and analyzed changes to the costs and benefits of Medicare plans to help you…
Retirement Statistics 2022
In 2022, Social Security benefits see an increase of 5.9% (the largest since 1983) thanks to the cost of living adjustment, or COLA. 25% of Americans increased their financial savings as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The average retirement age in the U.S. is 66.85. The retirement age is lowest in Alaska and West…
Holiday gift ideas for grandchildren
Are you retired and living on a fixed budget? The holidays can stretch finances to the max. While you may feel tempted to overspend on that bright shiny toy for your grandchild, there are plenty of budget-friendly holiday gifts you can give to ensure you don’t go in the red (unless you’re actually wearing red).…
