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Using Annuities To Pay For Long-Term Care

Many people think that long-term care planning is a decision about whether to purchase long-term care insurance or not. However, long-term care planning is much more. It is a discussion about how you will fund this expense, where you will receive long-term care and who will provide the care. While long-term care insurance is one … Continue reading "Using Annuities To Pay For Long-Term Care"

Medicare Open Enrollment Period Begins October 15th

Each year there is an Open Enrollment Period (OEP) which runs from October 15 – December 7. During this period all Medicare beneficiaries have the option to change their Medicare Advantage plans if they choose to. Many Medicare Advantage plans change yearly so OEP is a perfect time to review the changes and determine if … Continue reading "Medicare Open Enrollment Period Begins October 15th"

4 Things To Know Before Talking With a Long-Term Care Agent

Here are 4 things to know before talking with a long-term care agent. 1. Long-Term Care is different from traditional medical care...

Caregiver Story

Hooties Take: Being the primary caregiver for a loved one is very personal and often goes unnoticed. It can be stressful and overwhelming. As we head into this Mother’s Day we wanted to share a story, one that many caregivers can relate to. Vivian shares her heartfelt Mother’s Day letter about her mom. Hi, just wanted to … Continue reading "Caregiver Story"

Costs of Waiting to Purchase Long-Term Care

It is easy to put things off until tomorrow, we all do it. But some things in life are too important to ignore. Waiting to purchase long-term care insurance is one of them. Waiting can cost more than you think. Not only can it mean higher premiums in the future but it could also lead … Continue reading "Costs of Waiting to Purchase Long-Term Care"

2017 Tax Deductions of Long-Term Care Insurance Premiums

We have reached that time of year where people start to organize all their tax records and prepare their tax returns. The new 2017 Tax Deductions of Long-Term Care insurance premiums have been released, don’t forget to deduct your Long-term Care insurance (LTCi) premiums you have paid each year. Yes, that is right! Premiums for … Continue reading "2017 Tax Deductions of Long-Term Care Insurance Premiums"

3 Reasons To Buy Long-Term Care Insurance

Putting off investigating Long-Term Care insurance (LTCi) is easy to do. Common reasons people choose not to purchase this type of coverage are “I’m too young”, “it’s expensive” or “I won’t need it”. Many are misled to believe their insurance will cover this type of care. By putting off this important part of your long-term financial plan you … Continue reading "3 Reasons To Buy Long-Term Care Insurance"

Medicare Enrollment- What are the facts?

This time of year can be very confusing when it comes to choosing whether to keep or switch your Medicare plan. Every year it seems like something changes and we need to re-educate ourselves on the Medicare options. Here is a quick reference guide to help you navigate Medicare Enrollment. Time Period: First, the enrollment … Continue reading "Medicare Enrollment- What are the facts?"

Long-Term Care Insurance Hybrids Offer Flexibility

With more people looking at Long Term Care Insurance (LTCi) options companies are starting to offer more options than they were just a few years ago. The Traditional LTCi products of the past are not what the current generation is looking for, buyers today want more guarantees a

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