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Private Health Insurance vs. Marketplace Plans: How to Know Which One Is Right for You

When shopping for health insurance, many people automatically turn to the ACA Marketplace (also called the exchange) without realizing that...

Life Insurance Isn’t Just for Income Replacement—Here Are 7 Other Ways It Protects Your Family

When most people think of life insurance, they imagine it as a replacement for lost income, a safety net that helps the family keep the lights on...

Why the End of the Year Is the Perfect Time to Review Your Life Insurance Coverage

As the calendar year winds down, most of us find ourselves reflecting on what’s changed in our lives. Our family, career, finances, and goals often...

Health Insurance and Your Income Taxes

Health insurance is first and foremost a financial safety net. Yet, it can also play a meaningful role in lowering your tax bill. But the rules on...

Do Healthy People Really Need Health Insurance?

When you're young, active, and in great shape, paying for health insurance might feel like throwing money away. After all, if you rarely go to the...

Life Insurance for a Non-Working Spouse or Partner: Protecting the Priceless

When we fall in love and build a life with someone, we don’t think in terms of balance sheets. We think in terms of late-night talks, family...

Why Dental Isn’t Covered by Health Insurance Plans (And Why That Matters)

When most people sign up for health insurance, they’re surprised, and often frustrated, to learn that dental coverage isn’t included. Despite the...

What Are Accelerated Death Benefits in Life Insurance?

When most people think about life insurance, they think of a payout to their family after they pass away. But what if you could access a portion of...