Has a family member ever asked you to lend them money? While it might not seem so at first, co-signing a loan or other financial agreement is quite similar. And in many ways, it can be even riskier. Whether for a credit card, mortgage, apartment lease, or a new car, co-signing is a meaningful way […]
As we grow older, it’s natural for our needs to shift, often including a greater need for support with everyday living. Two-thirds of adults 65 and older today will need long-term care in their lifetime, and 20% of them will need it for longer than five years.¹ Considering that traditional health insurance policies don’t typically […]
When, Why, and How to choose a plan that’s right for you (especially if you’re already enrolled). Whether you’re looking into Medicare for the first time, or taking advantage of annual enrollment to update your strategy, we’ve broken down the critical choices you must make into a simple decision-making tool (including the easy-to-understand questions you […]
When contemplating retiring early, your decision-making process starts with a long, hard look at your current financial standings. The more time you plan on spending in retirement, the more savings you’ll need to set aside to cover your lifetime expenses. One expense, in particular, has the potential to put a strain on your retirement budget […]
You likely have disability coverage through your employer. But there could be things about your policy that are missing, or it may not really provide the protection you think it does. Here’s where supplemental coverage can kick in. What’s Disability Insurance? At a high level, disability insurance covers your salary should you suddenly be unable […]
Disability insurance pays benefits when you are unable to earn a living because you are sick or injured. Most disability policies pay you a benefit that replaces a percentage of your earned income when you can’t work. Why would you need disability insurance? Your chances of being disabled for longer than three months are much […]
1. WHAT IS LONG-TERM CARE? Long-term care refers to the ongoing services and support needed by people who have chronic health conditions or disabilities. There are three levels of long-term care: Skilled care: Generally round-the-clock care that’s given by professional health care providers such as nurses, therapists, or aides under a doctor’s supervision. Intermediate care: […]
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