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Do I Need Travel Medical Insurance? [Infographic]

Never leave the country without considering your healthcare needs. You don’t want to find yourself in a foreign land, vulnerable to a huge healthcare bill, should you find yourself ill or get into an accident. Before you go, know whether your primary health insurance plan provides coverage outside of the…

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5 Surprising Benefits of Having Life Insurance

You know that life insurance is a valuable asset to have in the event of your death.   But did you know all the ways that life insurance can be valuable while you are living? Aside from the obvious death benefit, there are countless ways that a quality life insurance…

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2 Reasons You Should NOT Google Your Symptoms

You know you’ve done it.   That slight headache, a twinge in your back or weird rash has sent you straight to Google to diagnose yourself, quickly followed by mentally planning your final expenses. You’re not alone. Sixty-five percent of Americans turned to Dr. Google to decipher their symptoms in…

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Should You Consider Critical Illness Insurance?

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 7/13/17 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.   Nobody likes to think about their health failing. Rising healthcare costs affect everyone. A large number of Americans, whatever their insurance situation, would find it a struggle to pay for unexpected medical…

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Guide to Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Spending time in the hospital is bad enough.   Knowing that the inevitable bills are coming is like adding insult to injury. Even with health insurance, your out-of-pocket costs can be excessive. Without coverage, look out. The rising costs of hospital stays may be reduced with a hospital indemnity insurance…

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Preparing for Your Final Expenses: A Guide to the Basics

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 9/14/17 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.   It’s no one’s favorite topic. Talking about death, especially your own, can be uncomfortable and downright anxiety-inducing. But, if you’ve ever had to make funeral arrangements for a loved one, you know…

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Dental Coverage: Get the Facts

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 11/15/16 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.   Whether it’s a cleaning, a crown or a cavity, dental costs can add up. A dental insurance plan can help offset costly expenses you incur for having dental work done. If your…

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Critical Illness Insurance: Is it Worth the Investment?

Let’s take a look at how critical illness insurance can protect you from an unexpected diagnosis and financial ruin. Why consider critical illness insurance? Think about what would happen if you or your spouse were diagnosed with a serious illness. You’d probably both (the patient and the caretaker) need to…

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How to Safely Travel with a Health Concern (Seniors)

As a retiree, you’ve probably had dreams of traveling the world –  or just going to the next state over. However, as you age, health concerns become an issue and leaving the home becomes more difficult. Recurring illnesses and chronic conditions like diabetes can make traveling a challenge.   You may…

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