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Why We Left Traditional Health Insurance

Family Balance Sheet

Health insurance is a touchy subject. Instead I’m writing about my family’s experience with traditional health insurance and how it has affected OUR finances. When I resigned from my corporate job, my boss asked me what my husband and I were going to do about health insurance.

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5 Insurance Issues for Entrepreneurs

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In the United States, health coverage is a big deal. Once you strike out on your own, you could find yourself without health insurance coverage. While health insurance doesn’t completely protect against high bills, it can reduce some of the impact. If something happens to you, they may not be able to manage.

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Best Pet Insurance Companies for April 2024

Savings Corner

First responders, health care workers, veterans, current members of the military and staff at animal care facilities may all be eligible for a discount. You may also save on your policy if your employer offers MetLife pet insurance as a benefit. May be able to reimburse your vet directly.

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7 Steps To Homelessness And What To Do If You Get There

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Her health care is via the Veteran’s Administration as she has no health insurance. Which Bill Payments to Prioritize When You’re Broke The future is uncertain and sometimes no matter how prepared you are for the future, a financial crisis may happen. National Homeless Organization.

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Are You Financially Ready For Kids?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

. If you’re already barely living from check to check, your credit rating is really low and you don’t have a lot of money in your checking on savings account, you may want to wait before having a child. Do I Have Health Care Insurance? . What’s My Living Situation? .

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #241 – June 15, 2012

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Insurance and Risk Mac Hildebrand presents What is catastrophic health insurance coverage? posted at Insurance Providers , saying, “From routine trips to the doctor to extended hospital stays, the average health care bill is $8,000 per year. This expense is usually well worth the trade.

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CVS MinuteClinic Flu Shots Because You’ve Got #NoTimeForFlu!

Nicoles Nickels

Intradermal shot for those who might be squeamish about needles (approved for adults 18-64; may not be covered by all insurance providers) We are not offering the intradermal shot this year. Will it be covered by insurance? This vaccine was created based on research from the past 12 influenza seasons. And…BONUS!

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