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Medicare Premiums Snafu Affects 250,000 Social Security Recipients
retirement A software glitch could mean surprise bills for some seniors who owe unpaid Medicare Advantage and Part D plan premiums.
By Eleanor Laise • Published
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10 Things Retirees Should Never Keep in Their Wallets
Scams One of the worst feelings is reaching for your wallet and finding it's not there.
By Bob Niedt • Published
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5 Retirement Planning Wrinkles for Couples With Big Age Gaps
Making Your Money Last Retirement decisions are always complex.
By Eleanor Laise • Last updated
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How Do Your Medicare Options Factor Into Your Overall Retirement Plan?
insurance Health care and retirement planning are two sides of the same coin, so you need to understand the Medicare basics and seek the right help to get the right coverage.
By David Olsen, Investment Adviser Representative • Published
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Traveling in Retirement: Take Care of Health on the Road
Travel Being organized and having important medical information with you is the right prescription for older travelers who are on the move.
By Sally Abrahms • Published
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Dementia: How to Find the Right Fit for Long-Term Care
Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Tap these resources to locate a memory-care facility for a loved one with Alzheimer's or another type of dementia.
By Mary Kane • Last updated
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Medicare May be a Better Option Than Employer Health Insurance
insurance If you are over 65 and still working, you may have a choice about whether to go with your employer's insurance plan or Medicare. Here are some factors to weigh in making your decision.
By Michael Stein • Published
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How Your HSA Can Reimburse You for Medicare Premiums Paid
Medicare Even if your Medicare premiums are automatically deducted from your Social Security check, you can take tax-free withdrawals from a health savings account to reimburse yourself for them.
By Kimberly Lankford • Last updated
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Not on Medicare Yet? Beware New Twist to Drug Co-Pays
coupons Employers' co-pay accumulator programs change the way out-of-pocket drug costs are calculated if you use coupons or discount cards.
By Mary Kane • Published