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Empowering Widows: Five Goals for Financial Security in 2025
Tackling these strategies one at a time, whether it's updating estate planning or reassessing investments, can help put you on track for financial stability.
By Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™ Published
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What Is Insurance Good For? Let Us Count the Ways
You might resent having to pay premiums, but when disaster or just a minor fender-bender happens, you'll be happy you have the financial backup.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published
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State Farm Seeks Rate Hikes After California Wildfire Losses: What It Means For You
State Farm has requested emergency rate increases of up to 38% in California, citing wildfire-related losses. Here’s what homeowners need to know.
By Carla Ayers Published
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Insurance Bad Faith After Natural Disasters: What to Know
Understanding the basics of insurance claims after catastrophic losses is important, especially if you encounter insurance bad faith. Here's what to do if that happens.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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10 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in Florida
retirement An overabundance of boomers, critters, sweat and weirdness. Welcome to the dark side of the Sunshine State.
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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The Outlook for Home and Auto Insurance in 2025?
Home and auto insurance premiums may not increase as much as in recent years, but the industry remains under pressure.
By Sandra Block Published
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How Does Car Insurance Work for Ride-Sharing Drivers?
Can you use your personal auto insurance? Does it cover everything or only certain things? Here's how to find out.
By Karl Susman, CPCU, LUTCF, CIC, CSFP, CFS, CPIA, AAI-M, PLCS Published
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Medicare Price Negotiations To Continue Under the Trump Administration
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services plans to negotiate the prices for 15 new drugs, although it says its seeking "greater transparency" in price talks.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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Post-Disaster Financial Planning: How to Protect Your Assets
A financial adviser who knows all about surviving natural disasters recommends ways to mitigate long-term damage to your financial health after a disaster.
By Pam Krueger Published