What You Need to Know About Being Prepared for Long-Term CareFebruary 13, 2019Beverly NelsonAre you caring for a senior loved one who may need long-term care in the…Read More
When can you delay taking Medicare?February 8, 2019Timothy RiceAlthough you’re eligible for Medicare at 65, there are circumstances in which you might not…Read More
Should you enroll in two popular Medigap plans while you can?April 13, 2018Timothy RiceIf you will soon turn 65 and be applying for Medicare, you should carefully consider…Read More
How to reverse Medicare surcharges when your income changesApril 6, 2018Timothy RiceAre you a high-income Medicare beneficiary who is paying a surcharge on your premiums but…Read More
How Medicare and employer coverage coordinateJanuary 26, 2018Timothy RiceMedicare benefits start at age 65, but many people continue working past that age. That…Read More
New protections for nursing home residentsSeptember 22, 2017Timothy RiceObama-era rules designed to give nursing home residents more control of their care are gradually…Read More
Are you covered by Medicare while traveling within the U.S.?January 27, 2017Timothy RiceThose who have reached age 65, the typical age of Medicare eligibility, often have more…Read More
Medicare now covers conversations about end-of-life careMay 27, 2016Timothy RiceDid you know that 40 percent of people over age 65 haven’t written down their…Read More
Has Medicare dropped coverage of your drugs?January 25, 2016Timothy RiceMedicare prescription drug plans can change which drugs they cover, possibly leaving you without coverage…Read More
If you pay relatives to provide care, you might want to have a contract (part 2)September 10, 2015Timothy RiceIn our first installment, we outlined the benefits of establishing a personal care contract. Nevertheless,…Read More
New rules for reverse mortgagesMay 27, 2015Timothy RiceThe federal government has tightened the rules for reverse mortgages, making it harder for some…Read More
Should you enroll in Medicare if you’re still working? (part 2)April 23, 2015Timothy RiceMedicare Part B. Medicare Part B covers doctor visits, lab tests, and other outpatient and…Read More