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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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Meet a Reader | Maria in Florida

The Frugal Girl

I especially enjoy Meet the Reader, Thankful Thursday and Five Frugal Things. This posed the problem of paying in full for both our health insurance plans since our employers no longer contributed to our healthcare needs. Our best frugal win has been our health insurance plan. What’s your best frugal win?

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Home Hints: Make Your First Big Move Easier With These Lifestyle Tips

Motherhood Moments

Protect Yourself Living independently requires having insurance coverage for yourself and any pets, but there are lots of different options out there. Consider your needs for health insurance, renters insurance, and pet insurance so that if something unexpected happens, you'll be covered financially.

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Fun Ways to Exercise (Who Would’ve Thought?)

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

There is no denying that there are health benefits from regular exercise, and health insurance companies don’t hide the fact that they offer lower rates to healthy individuals. If you are active, you can shop around for a policy that rewards the hours each week you spend keeping in shape.

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Giveaway: $50 Home Depot Gift Card

Saving Cents With Sense

Health: The lowest premium isn’t the only consideration when deciding between health insurance plans. Because planning a wedding is more than just about one day, it is about planning for your future, thanks to NAIC, we have a fun giveaway to help you start your marriage journey. This giveaway ends Saturday, 1/18/14.

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Post Christmas Thoughts

Nicoles Nickels

I lost a job, lost health insurance, lost a house, lost what I thought was my identity and had to start from scratch. But when I hear others talk down about people on food stamps or health care aid or other such programs, now I speak up. Comments Thank you for sharing such personal parts of your life.

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How Saving Can Also Lead to Good Health

Saving Cents With Sense

While saving money can improve your peace of mind and lead to good health as a result, it can also help you afford medical treatment when it’s needed. Most people find medical treatment to be un-affordable unless they have health insurance to help them cover the costs.

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