Should You Consider an HSA?

The Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006 (TRHCA) that went into effect this year made it a bit easier for both employers and their workers and self-employed persons to obtain Health Savings Accounts, a kind of “IRA for health care expenses”.
Health savings accounts were created as part of the Medicare Modernization Act of [...]

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Health Coverage After Divorce

When a marriage comes undone, so can an ex-spouse’s health insurance safety net. For the spouse facing a loss of coverage, it’s a double whammy. First, they’re in a rushed position to find coverage. Second, they’ll be shocked to find out how much it costs.
Buying individual coverage is a huge wake-up call today, and [...]

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