Healthy Living on a Budget
Plan Now for Long-Term Care
Plan Now for Long-Term Care
You could buy insurance to finance future costs, but policies are pricey. Here’s how to decide whether you need coverage.
July 28, 2021
8 Things You Must Know About Retiring to the Carolinas
8 Things You Must Know About Retiring to the Carolinas
From the picturesque beach towns to cozy mountain communities, North Carolina and South Carolina offer retirees plenty of incentives.
July 12, 2021
7 Things Medicare Doesn’t Cover
7 Things Medicare Doesn’t Cover
Medicare Part A and Part B leave some pretty significant gaps in your health-care coverage. Here's a closer look at what isn't covered by Medicare.
June 30, 2021
11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid Making
11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid Making
If you don't make the right choices to fill in the health coverage gaps, you could end up with high Medicare premiums and big out-of-pocket costs.
June 30, 2021
Stimulus Plan Has Health Insurance Benefits, Too
Stimulus Plan Has Health Insurance Benefits, Too
The plan’s health care provisions could deliver big savings for early retirees and laid-off workers.
April 29, 2021
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20 Ways to Save on Health Care
20 Ways to Save on Health Care
From maximizing insurance benefits to shopping for discounts to funding tax-advantaged accounts, these tips will lower your costs no matter how you ge…
March 31, 2021
10 Things You'll Spend Less on in Retirement
10 Things You'll Spend Less on in Retirement
We spend a lot of time worrying about running out of cash in retirement. But you might be surprised to see some of the things you'll find yourself spe…
February 25, 2021
When Mental Health and Aging Collide
When Mental Health and Aging Collide
For retirees struggling with depression, a psychologist who specializes in older adults might be the right path toward recovery.
February 1, 2021
How to Stay Safe on the Slopes
How to Stay Safe on the Slopes
Ski resorts have made changes to deal with COVID. Here’s what to expect.
December 24, 2020
Finding a Sense of Purpose in Retirement
Finding a Sense of Purpose in Retirement
Religion and mentorship are both fulfilling paths for retirees.
December 22, 2020
What You'll Pay for Medicare in 2021
What You'll Pay for Medicare in 2021
For Medicare premiums 2021, look for modest increases in premiums and out-of-pocket costs.
December 16, 2020
Big Changes Likely for Social Security, Medicare Under a Biden Presidency
Big Changes Likely for Social Security, Medicare Under a Biden Presidency
The new president and a fresh Congress will sooner or later have to face the twin safety net programs, both sorely in need of help.
November 10, 2020
What Happens to Medicare If the Affordable Care Act Is Overturned?
What Happens to Medicare If the Affordable Care Act Is Overturned?
Experts say if the ACA is repealed or rescinded "it would be devastating for Medicare." Here's what might happen -- and how it could be costly for you…
November 4, 2020
Insurers Cut Telehealth Benefits
Insurers Cut Telehealth Benefits
UnitedHealthGroup and Anthem customers were set to face out-of-pocket charges on certain telehealth visits starting October 1.
October 19, 2020
How to Negotiate a Break on Rent
How to Negotiate a Break on Rent
The downward trend in rents has me thinking it's time to ask my apartment manager to reduce my rent.
October 19, 2020
9 Tips for Better Time Management in Retirement
9 Tips for Better Time Management in Retirement
These important time management techniques will help destress your life as you get busier -- yes, busier -- in your golden years.
October 14, 2020
How to Pick the Right Medicare Plans for You
How to Pick the Right Medicare Plans for You
As you're signing up for Medicare, you must learn the basics of Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and even doug…
September 30, 2020
Fulfilling Ways to Spend Your Time in Retirement
Fulfilling Ways to Spend Your Time in Retirement
Human creativity is unlimited: Just look at the activities retirees find to fill their days.
September 29, 2020
Medicare Basics: 11 Things You Need to Know
Medicare Basics: 11 Things You Need to Know
There's Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and so on. We sort out the confusion about signing up for Medicare --…
September 16, 2020
The Right Fit Car for Older Drivers
The Right Fit Car for Older Drivers
Anticipate how changes in lifestyle and health might affect the kind of vehicle you will need over time.
August 26, 2020
Retiree Health Care Costs Are Rising
Retiree Health Care Costs Are Rising
Factors driving the increase include longer life spans, health care inflation and health bills for those who retire before they’re eligible for Medica…
August 18, 2020
10 Good Reasons to Cancel Amazon Prime
10 Good Reasons to Cancel Amazon Prime
You probably aren't using most of the perks tucked into that $119 annual fee -- which you don't need to pay to get the free Amazon shipping you crave.
July 19, 2020
HSAs Get Even Better
HSAs Get Even Better
A health savings account is a powerful, tax-advantaged tool to cover out-of-pocket medical expenses and a smart way to save for medical expenses in re…
July 3, 2020
Find a Great Place to Retire
Find a Great Place to Retire
Our cities provide plenty of space to spread out without skimping on health care or other amenities.
July 2, 2020
Searching for the Perfect Place to Retire
Searching for the Perfect Place to Retire
We home in on two places with less traffic and lower costs.
July 2, 2020