Posts Tagged ‘insurance’
Factors to Consider When Updating Insurance Coverage
By Amy E. Buttell and Elaine Floyd, CFP® | Horsesmouth With government health care policies always uncertain and the memory of super storms still fresh, now is a good time to review insurance policies coverage, insurance needs, and emergency plans. Insurance coverage tends to be the stepchild of family financial planning. All too…
Read MoreMaking the Most of Your Health Insurance Options: Helping you choose the best plan that’s right for your health and your wealth
As we plan and invest for the future, it’s important to remember that financial well-being extends beyond markets, portfolios, and retirement accounts – it also includes protecting yourself and your family from unexpected healthcare costs. Choosing the right health insurance plan can feel complicated, but understanding your options will give you confidence and can help…
Read MoreAuto insurance rates are jumping the most since the 1970s, but there could be relief soon
Soaring auto insurance costs have been a principle driver behind inflation over the past year, but there could be relief on the way, according to Bank of America. The bank’s economists see several driving factors behind the run-up in costs to ease in the months ahead, possibly taking some of the heat off a category…
Read MoreHome Insurance Premiums Are Surging—and States Are Allowing It
By Jean Eaglesham from WSJ Home insurers are pushing for big rate increases and weakened consumer protections—and increasingly getting what they ask for. State regulators across the U.S. appear to be buckling to industry demands for fear that insurers will pack up and exit their regions, leaving residents with few coverage options. In the last 12…
Read MoreUnderstanding Today’s Private Health Insurance
In the complex landscape of healthcare coverage, individuals often find themselves navigating the options of private and public health insurance. While public plans, such as Medicare and Medicaid, are funded and administered by the government, private health insurance is provided by private companies. Let’s explore the realm of private health insurance, shedding light on its…
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