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Medicare-Eligible Workers Face a Dilemma
By Bethany CissellFor some, choosing between Medicare and employer coverage may be difficult.
September 18, 2024
Bill Could Throw HSA Money to the Dogs (and Cats)Two lawmakers hope to classify some pet care spending as amounts paid for medical care.
September 16, 2024
SelectQuote Sees Drop in Medicare Plan Sales Due to Payment DelayThe agency will enter the annual enrollment period with fewer new agents than it wanted.
September 09, 2024
Your Client Is Forced to Retire Early. What Should They Do?If job losses or other unforeseen circumstances happen in later working years, key decisions need to be made.
September 09, 2024
New House Bill Could Create Roth-Like HSA AlternativeThe HOPE Act would provide some tax breaks for savers who don't use high-deductible health plans.
September 05, 2024
Best & Worst Medicare Advantage Plans in 5 States: J.D. Power, 2024Enrollees' satisfaction with their plans held tight this year, but big changes are expected for 2025.
September 03, 2024
NAIFA to Lobby Against Medicare Plan Commission CutsThe advisor group's CEO says comp decisions will hurt beneficiaries' access to assistance.
August 30, 2024
Medicare Part D Changes Raise Questions for Working ClientsFor some, sticking with employer coverage only past age 65 could lead to lifetime penalties.