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Why We Left Traditional Health Insurance

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We did take advantage of one benefit of a high deductible health plan: a Health Savings Account. A Health Savings Account (HSA) is for individuals who are covered under high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) to save for medical expenses that HDHPs do not cover. Enter 2016.

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How to Build your Emergency Fund

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This post was first published in 2016. Create a separate savings account and call it your Emergency Fund. Be diligent about how you use this account. I’m a big fan of online accounts, like Capital One 360 , that you will connect to your local bank. need to redirect this link.

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The Best Time to Buy Anything During the Year – Details

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Other Items on Sale: Sunflowers, laptops, insect repellent, sunscreen, charcoal, swimsuits, gardening supplies and seeds, fans, camping gear. Summer Clearance Items : Camping gear, gardening supplies, bug spray, fans & air conditioners, BBQ supplies including grills, charcoal and lighters/lighter fluid. School is back in session.