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11 Best Things to Keep in a Safe Deposit Box
11 Best Things to Keep in a Safe Deposit Box
These valuables and documents, along with some items you hold dear, should be stored securely at your bank.
September 25, 2021
Your Doctor is Retiring. Here's How to Find a New Physician
Your Doctor is Retiring. Here's How to Find a New Physician
More doctors are considering quitting due to burnout from the pandemic. If you must find a new physician, get recommendations from friends and review …
September 24, 2021
9 Things You’ll Regret Keeping in a Safe Deposit Box
9 Things You’ll Regret Keeping in a Safe Deposit Box
Locking up certain important documents and valuables in a bank vault could turn into a headache for you or your heirs.
September 24, 2021
Tax Changes and Key Amounts for the 2021 Tax Year
Tax Changes and Key Amounts for the 2021 Tax Year
Americans are facing a long list of tax changes for the 2021 tax year. Smart taxpayers will start planning for them now.
September 23, 2021
Pandemic Unemployment Benefits End — This Relief Is Still Available
Pandemic Unemployment Benefits End — This Relief Is Still Available
You may be eligible for help with healthcare, your rent and more.
September 13, 2021
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15 Things Retirees Should Buy at Costco
15 Things Retirees Should Buy at Costco
From its house brand Kirkland Signature lineup to name brands and hidden gems, the warehouse club offers bargains aimed at mature shoppers.
September 8, 2021
After Hurricanes, Beware of Flooded Cars for Sale
After Hurricanes, Beware of Flooded Cars for Sale
Hurricane Ida may have passed, but there's a chance the used car you have your eye on could have been damaged by it. Here’s what to watch out for.
September 3, 2021
Your Tree, Your Neighbor’s Property: Whose Insurance Pays?
Your Tree, Your Neighbor’s Property: Whose Insurance Pays?
And how to be a good neighbor when your tree drops by uninvited.
September 2, 2021
10 Things to Know About Hurricane Insurance Claims
10 Things to Know About Hurricane Insurance Claims
Know what's covered, what isn't, and how to make the most of your policy if you need to file a claim.
August 30, 2021
12 Questions Retirees Often Get Wrong About Taxes in Retirement
12 Questions Retirees Often Get Wrong About Taxes in Retirement
You worked hard to build your retirement nest egg. But do you know how to minimize taxes on your savings?
August 27, 2021
Credit Cards Offer Travel Insurance
Credit Cards Offer Travel Insurance
Premium rewards cards that may charge an annual fee generally provide better coverage.
August 26, 2021
3 Ways Early Retirees Can Minimize Their Health Insurance Costs
3 Ways Early Retirees Can Minimize Their Health Insurance Costs
Until you can go on Medicare, you’ll need health insurance on your own, and of course that can be pricey. Subsidies through the Affordable Care Act ca…
August 24, 2021
Retirees, It's Not Too Late to Buy Life Insurance
Retirees, It's Not Too Late to Buy Life Insurance
Improvements in underwriting have made it easier to qualify for life insurance, which can be a useful estate-planning tool.
August 17, 2021
How Millennials Are Changing the Life Insurance Game
How Millennials Are Changing the Life Insurance Game
More than any other age group, millennials are feeling the need for life insurance due to COVID-19, and the way they’re shopping for it is a little di…
August 11, 2021
How Much Umbrella Insurance Do I Need?
How Much Umbrella Insurance Do I Need?
Having too much liability insurance is better than having too little. Use our calculator to determine how much umbrella coverage is right for you.
August 3, 2021
How Patients with Lasting Symptoms of COVID Can Apply for Disability
How Patients with Lasting Symptoms of COVID Can Apply for Disability
Those who can no longer work because of COVID-19 may qualify for these benefits but the approval process can be a difficult road.
July 30, 2021
Exercise Saves Seniors Money on Health Care
Exercise Saves Seniors Money on Health Care
Adults who increase their physical activity pay hundreds less per year for health care, a new study shows.
July 29, 2021
When It’s Time to Drop Your Parents’ Health Insurance
When It’s Time to Drop Your Parents’ Health Insurance
Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, the uninsured rate for twenty-somethings has plummeted.
July 29, 2021
Other Uses for Life Insurance You May Not Know About
Other Uses for Life Insurance You May Not Know About
There may be potential benefits to life insurance beyond its traditional uses, especially when it comes to taxes, estate planning and long-term care. …
July 21, 2021
Myth: Life Insurance is NOT Taxable
Myth: Life Insurance is NOT Taxable
The reality is that life insurance is treated as an asset in your estate. And if the payout pushes your estate past federal or state estate tax exclus…
July 12, 2021
Your Home Insurance Might Not Cover All You Think It Does
Your Home Insurance Might Not Cover All You Think It Does
When they go to file a claim, many homeowners are shocked to find out their policy excludes the type of damage they suffered. Will you be out of luck …
July 9, 2021
Is Private Insurance the ‘New Kid on the Block’?
Is Private Insurance the ‘New Kid on the Block’?
For businesses worried about covering themselves for enterprise risks that are unexpected or even unthinkable, Private Insurance can offer some protec…
July 8, 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
10 Things You Must Know About Retiring to Florida
10 Things You Must Know About Retiring to Florida
Heading South has always been a key to your retirement plan. If Florida is part of the plan, we offer up a few tips to help you find your way.
June 29, 2021