Medicare

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Weekend Reading: What Medicare Misses

You may be eagerly awaiting the ability to go on Medicare upon turning age 65; however, as part of your Medicare plan research, it’s important to understand what won’t be covered under traditional Medicare.

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Weekend Reading: Advice from Real Retirement Experts: Retirees

If you have yet to retire, or simply want to elevate the retirement life you’re already living, oftentimes, your best source of advice is from fellow retirees.

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Weekend Reading: Time to Decide

Navigating the complex world of Medicare can feel daunting, but taking the time to choose the best plan for you is crucial.

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Weekend Reading: Warning: Medicare Does Not Pay for Long-Term Care

This is the primary reason our team speaks to the families we meet with about the importance of long-term care. In addition to being costly without a plan in place, it also does not fall under your Medicare benefits.

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Weekend Reading: Exercise Caution with Zero-Premium Medicare Advantage Plans

As the December 7 deadline for Medicare open enrollment quickly approaches, here is a detail to be aware of: Zero-premium Medicare Advantage plans still come with a price tag.

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Weekend Reading: Yes, You Can Sign Up for Medicare While You’re Still Working

If you’re still employed but eligible to enroll for Medicare, weighing the costs and options of your company healthcare insurance versus Medicare plans available is crucial.

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Weekend Reading: Keep These Medicare Facts In Mind When Planning For Retirement

Medicare doesn’t need to be complicated; especially if you know the facts!

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Weekend Reading: Here's What to Know About Your 2022 Medicare Costs

In addition to a higher COLA for Social Security benefits this year, you can also expect a hike in certain Medicare costs.

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Weekend Reading: The Highest Medical Costs to Expect in Retirement

When it comes to healthcare expenses in retirement, there are those you can somewhat-accurately factor into your budget (such as insurance premiums), and those that are unexpected (such as a medical emergencies or illness).

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Weekend Reading: Avoiding the Social Security Tax Torpedo

While tax planning for the greatest long-term efficiency in retirement, be wary of increasing taxable income. Upon doing so, there are two major situations you could find yourself in, both of which are discussed by past Retire With Purpose podcast guest, Wade Pfau, here.

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Weekend Reading: Understanding the Infrastructure Bills

The just-passed $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Bill is awaiting Biden’s signature early next week. As it moves forward to be signed into law, the fate of the $1.75-plus trillion Build Better Act is now of focus.

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Weekend Reading: 14 Things That Are "Free" with Medicare

As you find yourself in the midst of Medicare’s open enrollment period, it’s an ideal time to evaluate where you can optimize your health care benefits.