Health insurance and tax forms… sounds exciting, huh?


Another year’s gone by and it’s time to file your taxes again. But what do these 1095 forms mean? What we said in our tax form blog last year still stands true. To refresh your memory, visit our site here for some good information on the various 1095 forms: https://mcgriffwilliams.com/blog/1095-tax-forms/ or even another one we did prior to that: https://mcgriffwilliams.com/blog/health-insurance-tax-forms/.

Good stuff, right? That was all pertaining to individual under 65 health plans. When it comes to Medicare, there are so many glorious things that happen when you’re finally eligible to switch over. Yes, you’re another year older but these days, many people look forward to that birthday in particular. Your health insurance rates typically go down when you transition from an individual plan and the coverage may even get better. It’s a great system that seems to run very smoothly.

There is one thing that you may not know though… you’ll still get those aforementioned tax forms in the mail. If you’re on Medicare, whether it be an Advantage plan or a supplement, you may still receive a 1095 form. The only difference now is that you aren’t required to submit it when you file your taxes. Hold on to this form for future reference if needed, it’s really just for your records.

Things are ever-changing in the health insurance and income tax world so if you ever have questions or concerns, we are happy to help. Give us a ring at (352)371-7977 or email [email protected].

What does your parking spot say about your leadership style?


Ever pay attention to where people park at the office? It might say more about their personality than you’d expect. Authority, promotions, benefit packages and overall leadership often times come with a preferred or privileged parking spot. May seem silly to analyze where someone parks but what message would that leader be sending to their employees?

A leader that believes they deserve a front spot over their staff might as well also demand to sit at the head of the table during meetings or even stand to literally look down upon their team. What if that leader gave up their spot to park with the rest of the team? How would that change the dynamic? They may even catch a good conversation or get to know eachother a little better on their longer walk in. It also eliminates the impression that the leader thinks their own time and energy are more valuable than anyone else’s.

In one instance, a corporation with over 1,200 employees had a walking contest and noticed for the first time that directors, supervisors and administrators were parking in the very back spots in order to get more steps on the walk. Sure, this example shows that the people in those positions were competitive and aggressive go-getters. But what if they did that more with the intention of being ONE with their team rather than trying to say they WON? What if it was out of a humble, grateful, equal approach that could unify them to accomplish more than they ever would if they remained divided?

Forget the power trip. Pretend you’re wearing a pedometer. Use it as a tool to reward and spotlight a team member. However you justify it, think about how something as minor as where you park can identify you. It can be one small step (no pun intended) in the direction of combining forces with your team and gaining some respect, or even a friend.