Key Takeaways Obamacare premiums have skyrocketed in 2026, prompting people to consider health insurance alternatives as the Jan. 15 end date for open enrollment approaches. Alternatives such as non-compliant private plans, short-term health insurance, an... See more
Key Takeaways Vanguard is launching a new 401(k) fund that lets you purchase an annuity. Annuities provide guaranteed income in retirement, offer some opportunity for growth, and have certain tax advantages. They’re also complex and often costly, charging... See more
Key Takeaways Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans help you pay for deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and other out-of-pocket expenses not covered by Original Medicare. They’re an alternative to Medicare Advantage (MA) plans , which carry low premiums but ... See more
Key Takeaways You may be able to curb climbing health care expenses by using all your health care benefits before the end of the year. If you’ve met your annual deductible or out-of-pocket maximum, consider scheduling non-emergency services or refilling p... See more
Key Takeaways Major insurers, including Aetna CVS Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue Cross Blue Shield, are reducing their 2026 Medicare Advantage (MA) offerings. Counties across Minnesota, Ohio, Illinois, and Georgia will lose the most plans, while those... See more
