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Planning for retirement can be an exciting time, but it can also bring some apprehension. In this edition we will provide some information about healthcare for your employees to consider when thinking about retirement. Though it should always be somewhere on the radar, if you’re within 10 years of retiring,…

When getting ready to enroll in Medicare there are many questions people will have. Luckily, there are advisors and resources available to help with the answers. When looking at enrollment, there are a few issues to think about: When do I become eligible to enroll in Medicare? What if I…

The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is the prime time to sign up for a Medicare plan.   But it’s also your opportunity to make changes to your existing plan. If you want to go beyond the standard benefits included in Medicare Parts A and B (Original Medicare), then a Medicare…

If you’re new to Medicare or have already enrolled in a Medicare plan in the past, the terminology can be confusing to understand. Whether you need to compare plans, learn the difference in plans or enroll, it’s important to learn the lingo. Here’s what you need to know to successfully…

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on December 23, 2016, and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.   Open Enrollment. The chance to change your health insurance or purchase a policy is at your fingertips. Here is everything you need to know about Open Enrollment. Dates It’s important…

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 11/23/17 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension. Open Enrollment for Marketplace health insurance will be in full swing starting November 1, 2020, and you won’t want to miss it. The open enrollment period ends on December 15, 2020, that is,…

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 10/12/17 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.   The 2020 Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Period is quickly approaching. Now’s the time to start re-evaluating your health insurance needs for the new year. It can seem like a major headache…

It’s Open Enrollment time for health insurance on the Marketplace (Obamacare)!   In case you haven’t heard, it began on November 1 and will officially close on December 15th. For your coverage to begin on January 1, 2021, you have to enroll before the December deadline. While millions of women…

This post was originally published on 01/13/2017 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.   The open enrollment period to purchase an individual or family insurance policy on the Marketplace is the ONLY time during the year that you can change, update or cancel your policy  –  without penalty…

There are some shifts that are expected with the passage of time and others that seemingly come out of nowhere. Either way, the ebb and flow of life may necessitate some adjustments to your healthcare coverage. With Open Enrollment happening now (November 1, 2020, through December 15, 2020), it’s time…

One of the main concerns you may have as you’re navigating the health insurance waters is if you can afford what you need – especially amidst the rumors of large cost increases. Health insurance is a confusing world and you’ll probably need some help along the way to understand what…

There’s a lot to know, including the different dates during which you can enroll, when you can change plans, and which option is best for you. If you have Medicare, you need to understand the Open Enrollment Period (OEP) so you can be confident that you have the most affordable, best-fit…

Healthcare, in general, is complicated. Enrolling in Medicare coverage can be even more intimidating.   You have to assess your needs and make decisions at times when you feel like you don’t totally understand what your options are. Take advantage of open enrollment this year with this FREE cheat sheet…

With the Marketplace Open Enrollment period in full swing, it’s the optimal time to review your health insurance. No other time of year can you change or update your policy  –  unless you qualify for a special event.   Whether or not your health insurance needs have changed, you may…

Women’s right to vote, the abolishment of slavery, the assassination of Martin Luther King and JFK  –  these are just a few of the events that significantly shifted our culture.   In 2017, changes in health insurance will affect Ohioans perhaps like no health insurance changes that have come before…

You’ve probably heard that healthcare costs are rising, and wondered, What can I do about it? With the annual election period happening now, it’s time to take advantage of savings that can reduce your healthcare expenses and put a little more spending money in your pocket each month. What to…

No matter how you feel about the Affordable Care Act (ACA), if you need health insurance, you’re going to have to learn the ins and outs of Obamacare. With the Open Enrollment Period (OEP) coming up (between November 1, 2020, and January 31, 2021), you should take the time to…

With the Medicare Open Enrollment Period coming up for 2020, now’s the time to get a little bit more educated about why the Open Enrollment Period is important, what you can do during that time, and what’s changing.   Here’s the scoop on Medicare Open Enrollment Period 2017. Why should…