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During these days of social distancing with millions of people staying at home, it has been amazing to watch the creativity and collaboration of people, businesses, states, and even countries coming together to meet needs during this global pandemic. I am inspired by stories of small businesses that have stepped up to make face masks,…

You may be turning 65 soon…or over 65 and retiring from a job that offered health insurance but now will need to consider transitioning into Medicare coverage as your primary health plan.  In a climate where many businesses are closing their doors, in combination with heeding our government’s orders to protect your health, we may…

Merriam-Webster defines insurance as a means of guaranteeing protection and safety. Insurance provides peace of mind for us and our family. When the unexpected happens, we want to leave our loved ones with the security and resources they need by having a plan in place. Whether you are just entering the workforce or getting ready…

It is a well-known fact that Baby Boomers are retiring at a rate of 10,000 per day. This generation of adults born between 1946 and 1964 represents about 20% of the world’s population. A fact that is not as well known is the rule about “when” to enroll in Medicare and the consequences and potential…

Now that we officially have entered a new decade, it is a great time to check a few things off the list that usually get put off during the year. Here are ten things to jump-start your year and eliminate the dread of unfulfilled “to-do” lists. Change the filters. This is an easy thing to…

Nearly 200 million Americans start their New Year with a carefully crafted list of well-intentioned resolutions according to research by the University of Scranton. Yet many, if not all resolutions, are forgotten or ditched by February. Many people choose not to make resolutions because of their past failure rate. According to INC., “Researchers say about…

The rising cost of healthcare leaves young adults of Generation Z (Gen Z) at risk of neglecting their health and saving for healthcare costs in retirement.  According to the Pew Research Center, Gen Z is described as the group of tweens to young adults in their early twenties born between the late 1990s to 2010.…

As October welcomes cooler climates and the changing of leaves, families begin the countdown to Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. These dates are protected on the calendar as special times with family and friends. When planning for the holidays, there are some other important dates to remember that will have an impact throughout 2020. For…

If you’re looking for affordable healthcare and short-term insurance isn’t for you, there is another option. In 1993, Medi-Share was organized offering a formalized approach to healthcare sharing. Medi-Share households have saved and shared more than $2.6 billion in medical expenses since 1993, partnering with one of the nation’s largest provider networks to save members…

As an advisor specializing in options for individuals eligible for Medicare, one of the most common misunderstandings is “when” to enroll to avoid potential penalties. If you’re nearing age 65, you’re likely familiar with the junk mail phenomenon — a sea of confusing advertisements disguised as legitimate “government-sponsored” enrollment forms.  You may receive phone calls,…