What if I lost my job and health insurance and don’t know when I’ll be employed again?

Contrary to hours being cut but remaining employed, when it comes to losing employment (and health benefits) altogether, there’s a little bit more action to take. The following information is from healthcare.gov: – If you lost your job-based health plan: You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period if you lost health coverage through your […]

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What should I do if my income has changed due to Covid-19 and I have a subsidized health plan with the Marketplace?

A subsidized health plan is a policy provided by the Marketplace with a discounted premium, since a portion of it is covered by the government. Eligibility is based on whether or not the insured’s household income qualifies. There is certain criteria for those that are single and those with other dependent family members in their […]

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If you’ve never considered your income an actual asset worth protecting, now is the time!

Most people think their biggest asset or need for protection is their home, since that’s typically the largest financial obligation or equity that they have. It’s often times overseen that your income is extremely worthy of protecting too. Imagine not getting a paycheck for a month maybe you have an emergency fund or savings to […]

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COBRA and Medicare… Oil and vinegar or two peas in a pod?

There are lots of things that are consistent when it comes to Medicare. It runs very smoothly, is a pretty well-oiled machine, and policy holders are overall very pleased. But we also see a lot of uncertainty or overwhelm when trying to fully understand it all. It can be intimidating with the regulations and guidelines […]

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