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Cases of whooping cough, or pertussis, have risen sharply this year. Here's my Dickensian experience of this disease that should be history....
New research on cross class friendships is another data point on why we are better off when we mix across wealth, health, and age. The post Cross Class Friendships: Why Having Friends with Money is a ...
Health issues. Death. Politics. Some topics make for uncomfortable conversations, but financial advisors need to have them anyway....
Health care costs. Student loans. Domestic abuse. Are retirement plans addressing too many problems at once?...
These past few weeks, the U.S. healthcare system has been the focal point of heated coverage. United Healthcare’s CEO was ... Read more...
Any effort to accelerate the shift to Medicare Advantage could increase federal spending even as it limits the government’s role in insuring health care....
Needs may be unmet or larger burdens may fall to families. Medicaid is the nation’s publicly financed health and long-term care program for low-income people. It was originally established to pr...
Native Americans die 12 to 13 years earlier on average than Whites. Extreme poverty on reservations has been linked to alcoholism, addiction, anddeaths of despair. Poor health played out dramatically ...
Measuring net worth is popular, but is it the only (or even best) way to assess your financial health? Explore the pros and cons of tracking this metric. The post The Pros and Cons of Tracking Net Wor...
Some parents can be very demanding. This is hugely stressful for adult children. Learn to set boundaries so you protect your own mental and physical health....
LGBTQ+ retirees face financial uncertainties, health care challenges and concerns about federal marriage rights....
Boost your retirement savings, lower your taxes and get the most out of your health insurance....
So my wife and me (late 50s) are in good shape financially and health-wise and we have the ability to retire comfortably at 62 or 63. I have a job I like that pays quite well. We have some rental inco...
Retirees aren't feeling that confident about their financial health....
I (m 62) have some health concerns and would do 100% survivor for the wife (f56). She should be around a long time. Lump is 196K, annuity is $1053 a month for my life then her life I would need to mak...
First my wife is totally capable emotionally, physically and otherwise to handle any situation. My concerns center around if she should develop a disease or condition that reduces her capacity to make...
My husband, 67, retired last year. (I still work full-time from home.) He is in reasonably good health, but I am concerned that he is becoming a couch potato and needs something more than newspapers a...
Ohio isn’t doing too hot regarding its healthcare, ranking 44th amongst 50 other states. But the healthcare system itself? That’s ... Read more...
As we approach the Medicare open enrollment period, it’s crucial for seniors to be aware of significant changes affecting their healthcare coverage in 2025. With many insurers adjusting their of...
Most people think of Medicare – not Medicaid – when considering government health care for older Americans. However, Medicaid, the program that covers the medical expenses of the poor, spe...
She’s suggesting an historic change in the health care system for older adults and some younger people with disabilities. But her idea raises important questions....
Contents from freedom 35 blog. (www.freedomthirtyfiveblog.com) One of the best stocks to gauge the health of the economy is FedEx. If the demand for transportation increases then it’s a sign tha...
Hello. I plan to retire next year at 63. I’m making this decision not only for health reasons but also because I’m an artist & I am too stressed out in the 9 to 5 & need to serious...
I haven't been able to contribute to an HSA for a long time, health plan is too good these days. But for a good while I maxed it every year. Its invested and steadily gaining over the years. For those...
In addition to handling your financial wealth, consider ways to manage your non-financial assets: health, knowledge, time and relationships....
Global lifespan increases mean later retirements, so plan your finances and health care for your ideal exit....
As a parent, your top priority is to protect your children until they are old enough to fend for themselves. Protecting your children requires good health, being alive, having resources, self-defense ...
The average retirement age is 62, but many people wait until Medicare starts at 65. Should health care be the key driver of your retirement date?...
I'm retiring at the end of the month (Happy Halloween!). Until I am eligible for Medicare in 3 years, I will be getting health insurance through the exchange. When I'm asked for my income, do I put my...
Fidelity is only provider to earn “High” ratings in both categories of new health savings…...
Fidelity is only provider to earn “High” ratings in both categories of new health savings…...
Drew Shockley of MOVE Health Partners joins James to address questions about Medicare. He overviews the Medicare system, explains Parts A, B, C, and D, and breaks down what Medicare does and doesn&rsq...
Recently, I hit a major milestone in my journey to overcome what I like to call “frugality disease.” I spent $160 for an hour of private lessons for my two kids. In the past, I would&rsquo...
Fritz, who has been retired for 6 years, discusses his journey to retirement and the importance of purpose, planning, and health. The post Podcast, Episode 85: Intentional Retirement Living with Fritz...
Today, we all need to pay attention because it is having a massive impact on our health and our livelihood....
I just put in a three-month notice to retire on December 13 (Friday the 13th struck me as a funny date). My health insurance will be MedEx at 300/month and will cover everything, my IRA is good, Socia...
Avoid the COLA social security dip in 2025 with a Health Savings Account...
Expenditures are high and projected to rise because national healthcare costs are out of control. The 2024 Medicare Trustees Report (released this spring) got almost no attention, contained no bad new...
Explore phased retirement and its benefits for financial security, health, and personal fulfillment. Learn if this gradual approach to retirement is right for you....
The best predictor of happiness and health at age 65 is how many close relationships you have at age 45. To really rock retirement you need to build quality relationships. To do that you need to learn...
Among the industries expected to see the most loss are healthcare, construction, and…...
Becoming a retiree creates a number of life changes, including a number of insurance needs. In this episode we discuss some of the potential changes to health, long term care and life insurance needs ...
Medical providers play a crucial role in your health and well-being, so expecting them to perform their duties with care ... Read more...
The Medicaid expansion in 41 states that began a decade ago has helped low-income workers in numerous ways. Millions have gained health insurance for the first time under the program, which saves live...
I am currently working and have my health insurance thru my employer. we are a large employer. I never got part A or B. When should I start the process with SSA? Medicare? I will be 69 1/2 when I reti...
The biggest thing I didn’t think about were health insurance costs and ended up waiting till I was 65. I think if there had been health care for everyone, I would have retired much earlier. The ...
I'm a leader in a healthcare organization IT department. My team works on Population Health and Regulatory/Quality functions. It's been about a week since my departure was announced. No one has shown ...
The new Part D cap on out-of-pocket costs, could cause trouble for people on Employer Health Plans that will no longer be credible....
Long-term care is the major uninsured expense for most retirees. Neither private health insurance nor Medicare covers long-term care expenses, although Medicare provides for care in a skilled nursing ...
I’m still working and have employer’s health care coverage. I already get my SS and signed up for Medicare Part A. I plan on retiring in January 2025. How soon should I apply for Medicare ...