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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…
Now that you’re retired, you probably have more free time on your hands than you’re used to. The time you used to spend working — or thinking about work — can now be dedicated to other hobbies that help you lead a fulfilling life. One hobby growing in popularity in…
Medicare provides adults over 65 and people with certain disabilities with affordable hospital and medical health insurance. While Medicare covers a fair amount, it doesn’t cover everything. Medicare Supplement Insurance — also known as Medigap — covers the extra out-of-pocket costs so you can get the healthcare you need. For…
As your loved one ages, you may find they need more assistance than you can provide. You may be considering an assisted living facility for their care, which can provide supportive care to give them as independent a life as possible. There are approximately 2.2 million people living in long-term…
After all your years of hard work, you deserve to enjoy your retirement. No more worrying about deadlines and deliverables — now is the time to make the most of your free time and do things just for you. This is why so many retirees take up traveling as a…
Living with and caring for an aging loved one can be difficult, time-consuming, and stressful. But, at the same time, it is an honor to be there to provide care to someone you care about. Over time, you may discover that supporting aging seniors or those with disabilities can involve…
