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As open enrollment nears for many health insurance plans, I thought this would be a great time to give you an update on Medi-Share, the health sharing ministry that we are using in place of traditional health insurance. Medi-Share is NOT health insurance. MORE
One of the items that many entrepreneurs overlook when they get started is insurance. When you’re starting a business, it doesn’t seem important to worry overmuch about insurance. Here are 5 insurance issues to watch out for: 1. Life Insurance. MORE
If I can make it as a single mom who was laid off, dumped, told my daughter might need surgery as I was losing health insurance and my dog had cancer, I promise God will provide you the strength and focus to get through it too. Welcome to Debt Free Stories. MORE
Do I Have Health Care Insurance? . If your job doesn’t provide health insurance and you can’t afford to take out your own policy, this is another reason to wait before trying to conceive (or adopt). Children. MORE
It's been a busy week trying to avoid a health insurance catastrophe, which I hope to write about more later. So glad it's Friday. I hope you're all not buried under snow. Have a great weekend and enjoy your freebies. Get a FREE recipe book from Betty Crocker. Get a FREE vegetarian starter kit. Be one of the first 1000 and get a FREE sample of Valspar Paint and a $5 coupon. Get a FREE wildflower reference guide and seed catalog. MORE
Excellent opportunities exclusive to Avon – Enjoy product discounts, participate in the exclusive Avon Independent Sales Representative Savings Plan, access to preferred suppliers of health insurance, training, rewards and incentives, scholarships and more. MORE
Readers: Aside from health insurance, what benefits to you take advantage of? In my last article we talked about getting the most out of your primary employer. The majority of us are working jobs we’d rather not be working for a company we’d rather not be working for. MORE
Health Insurance. Even if you are attending school and financially independent from your parents, as long as you are younger than 26 years old , you can be kept on your parent’s health insurance policy. International Travel Insurance. MORE
Health concerns were not heralded on evey pack or on every billboard and TV/Radio station. The gum was expensive, and our health insurance didn’t help with the cost. True confession time! I smoked cigarettes for over 20 years. MORE
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. Health insurance prior to October 2003 for me and my husband was pretty standard for that time. MORE
This means persons will no longer be required to “secure health insurance or pay a penalty.” If healthy individuals will choose not to have coverage with the elimination of the individual mandate, the balance of those who are insured will tip towards those who are sick, which will increase the cost of healthcare overall.) Employers with 50+ employees still have to provide ACA- compliant health coverage and reporting requirements will remain intact. MORE
Even though many of us grumble about paying insurance premiums, the reality is that insurance is necessary for many of us. Insurance is designed to help us cover the costs associated with replacing expensive assets. Insurance helps you manage your finances. MORE
How to handle maternity leave, health insurance and your career. Get a grasp on life insurance, tax breaks and college savings. Sign up for Learnvest Baby on Board Boot Camp and receive tips, information, and strategies to financially prepare for your baby! MORE
I won’t rehash our health insurance story here, because I have written extensively about it and INCLUDED OUR NUMBERS. We blew through our health savings account, and now need to save another $10k so we’re not caught off guard if another emergency were to happen. Read our Health Insurance Story: . What We Left Traditional Health Insurance. Why We Chose Medi-Share, an affordable solution to traditional health insurance. MORE
Guest Author Bio: Kalen Smith writes about health insurance and related topics for [link]. Take advantage of health insurance discounts. My health insurance company used to pay for my gym membership if I attended eight or more times a month. MORE
Back in October 2003, I left a corporate career as a department store buyer with a nice reliable paycheck and benefits– including health insurance –to join my husband in the land of self-employment. October is a big month for me. I met my husband in October. MORE
We have thought about moving to a larger home with more space, but a smaller home means lower utility bills, homeowners’ insurance premiums, maintenance, and property taxes. Health Sharing Ministry. Why We Chose Medi-Share, an affordable solution to traditional health insurance. MORE
It was the email that arrives each November informing me that the information regarding our health care coverage options for the next calendar year was available for review, and the enrollment period would be opening soon. Comparing the 2015 prices with what we pay now, I discovered that if we kept the same health, dental, and vision plans our health care costs would increase about $115 a month. How do you handle an increase in monthly expenses like health care? MORE
Your health is important. Without good health other things become insignificant. Protecting your physical health is vital in maintaining a happy lifestyle. Being wary and avoiding germs won’t guarantee good health, but it could help. That is an indisputable fact. MORE
My husband spent 8 months of those two years unemployed and looking for a job because we could no longer afford our health insurance. After being run ragged for 5 days running everyone around, I finally got my new car. I am so excited. MORE
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. Without insurance, this could literally break the bank for many people. Health insurance helps keep your health care costs lower by offering you various benefits in exchange for a premium. MORE
Jamaica Tourists will be subject to temperature checks and health screenings upon arrival. Visitors will need to fill out a Health Surveillance Form to be turned in to Port Authority upon arrival. Do you need travel insurance? Can you get insurance that covers COVID? MORE
We received a letter from our health insurance company, Aetna, a few weeks ago that they are leaving the Affordable Care Act exchange at the end of this year. So we are now in the market for new health insurance. MORE
For those planning a wedding, with all the organizing, the first thing on your mind may not be insurance, but that is why the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) created the Insurance Survival Guide for Newlyweds. MORE
Health insurance is a touchy subject and everyone has a different point of view depending on their own life experience. For us, health insurance became a thorn in our side many years ago when I left a corporate job with benefits for a life of self-employment. MORE
Excellent opportunities exclusive to Avon – Enjoy product discounts, participate in the exclusive Avon Independent Sales Representative Savings Plan, access to preferred suppliers of health insurance, training, rewards and incentives, scholarships and more. If you’re looking for a way to make some extra money, Avon is a proven path to success for millions of representatives around the world, from all ages, cultures and walks of life. MORE
Health Insurance Concerns. If you both have employers that offer health benefits, and you both intend to remain at your positions, then you’ll need to compare the benefits programs and determine which are better for your individual medical requirements. MORE
Health insurance is a struggle for many people, and for us it became a big source of anxiety at the end of 2015 when our insurance company went out of business. We scrambled to research new plans, but after 11 years with the same company we were out of the loop regarding the insurance landscape at that time. Once there, we found many options, but the costs were more than we were paying with the private insurer. This is NOT a sponsored post. MORE
Discontinue Insurance. Since she could no longer afford to pay it, she stopped the home insurance and stopped using the cars she inherited (also free and clear). Her health care is via the Veteran’s Administration as she has no health insurance. MORE
Saving money can substantially improve your health and it’s scientifically proven to do so. Saving money at the grocery store , gas station , car insurance, or even college tuition are all examples of things that should be something you strive for and are eager to achieve. MORE
Excellent opportunities exclusive to Avon – Enjoy product discounts, participate in the exclusive Avon Independent Sales Representative Savings Plan, access to preferred suppliers of health insurance, training, rewards and incentives, scholarships and more. MORE
Even with decent health insurance, it’s been hard on my wallet to pay for many of my prescriptions. Health & Beauty coupon card Coupons Pharmacy pharmacy coupons pharmacy deals Prescriptions MORE
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. Despite how you might feel about it, exercise doesn’t have to be a four-letter word. MORE
Your health is important. Without good health other things become insignificant. Protecting your physical health is vital in maintaining a happy lifestyle. Being wary and avoiding germs won’t guarantee good health, but it could help. That is an indisputable fact. MORE
CVS health clinics and community health centers are offering FREE flu shot vouchers at selected locations to their existing patients who lack health insurance. MORE
You probably won’t have health insurance, life insurance or special perks (like savings on certain items or free tickets to different things or business travel on the company’s dime) after you retire. MORE
And health insurance! (A picture we took before that I never blogged, because some people don’t like to read so much and I get a little TL/DR below…) This past week, my husband got a job. MORE
Certain people are at greater risk for complications with the flu, including seniors, young children, pregnant women and those with certain health conditions like asthma or diabetes. Will it be covered by insurance? Pennie’s take: Having the flu is miserable. MORE
I won’t rehash our entire health insurance story here, because I have written extensively about it and INCLUDED OUR NUMBERS, so to start from the beginning, read: Why We Left Traditional Health Insurance. MORE
Hubby is one of those lucky few that actually has a pretty safe pension – one that also comes with health plans (which cover me as well) – so calculating his was easy. Health insurance is a bit more pricy than when employed, but less than a lot of other people pay. MORE
Certain people are at greater risk for complications with the flu, including seniors, young children, pregnant women and those with certain health conditions like asthma or diabetes. Will it be covered by insurance? MORE
Cheap fast food isn’t really food at all, but rather it’s just a commodity we use to satisfy hunger while hurting our own health. Well, there is in terms of initial outlay of cash from your wallet, but if food is cheap it’s not for good reason. MORE
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. Christmas came and went regardless of my being “ready” We had plenty of food, plenty of presents, plenty of fun and love and not enough sleep. Just like every other Christmas that has come before this one. MORE
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MARCH 15, 2017
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. Health insurance prior to October 2003 for me and my husband was pretty standard for that time.
Family Balance Sheet
MARCH 17, 2017
Health insurance is a touchy subject and everyone has a different point of view depending on their own life experience. For us, health insurance became a thorn in our side many years ago when I left a corporate job with benefits for a life of self-employment.
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JANUARY 11, 2019
I won’t rehash our entire health insurance story here, because I have written extensively about it and INCLUDED OUR NUMBERS, so to start from the beginning, read: Why We Left Traditional Health Insurance.
Saving In Akron
OCTOBER 11, 2011
CVS health clinics and community health centers are offering FREE flu shot vouchers at selected locations to their existing patients who lack health insurance.
Family Balance Sheet
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
As open enrollment nears for many health insurance plans, I thought this would be a great time to give you an update on Medi-Share, the health sharing ministry that we are using in place of traditional health insurance. Medi-Share is NOT health insurance.
Shereen Travels Cheap
JULY 11, 2020
Jamaica Tourists will be subject to temperature checks and health screenings upon arrival. Visitors will need to fill out a Health Surveillance Form to be turned in to Port Authority upon arrival. Do you need travel insurance? Can you get insurance that covers COVID?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 9, 2015
One of the items that many entrepreneurs overlook when they get started is insurance. When you’re starting a business, it doesn’t seem important to worry overmuch about insurance. Here are 5 insurance issues to watch out for: 1. Life Insurance.
Family Balance Sheet
OCTOBER 28, 2016
We received a letter from our health insurance company, Aetna, a few weeks ago that they are leaving the Affordable Care Act exchange at the end of this year. So we are now in the market for new health insurance.
Family Balance Sheet
FEBRUARY 9, 2018
Health insurance is a struggle for many people, and for us it became a big source of anxiety at the end of 2015 when our insurance company went out of business. We scrambled to research new plans, but after 11 years with the same company we were out of the loop regarding the insurance landscape at that time. Once there, we found many options, but the costs were more than we were paying with the private insurer. This is NOT a sponsored post.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 10, 2014
Even though many of us grumble about paying insurance premiums, the reality is that insurance is necessary for many of us. Insurance is designed to help us cover the costs associated with replacing expensive assets. Insurance helps you manage your finances.
Saving Everyday
APRIL 8, 2013
How to handle maternity leave, health insurance and your career. Get a grasp on life insurance, tax breaks and college savings. Sign up for Learnvest Baby on Board Boot Camp and receive tips, information, and strategies to financially prepare for your baby!
Couponing 101
APRIL 1, 2019
Even with decent health insurance, it’s been hard on my wallet to pay for many of my prescriptions. Health & Beauty coupon card Coupons Pharmacy pharmacy coupons pharmacy deals Prescriptions
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 22, 2011
Guest Author Bio: Kalen Smith writes about health insurance and related topics for [link]. Take advantage of health insurance discounts. My health insurance company used to pay for my gym membership if I attended eight or more times a month.
Family Balance Sheet
JANUARY 17, 2018
I won’t rehash our health insurance story here, because I have written extensively about it and INCLUDED OUR NUMBERS. We blew through our health savings account, and now need to save another $10k so we’re not caught off guard if another emergency were to happen. Read our Health Insurance Story: . What We Left Traditional Health Insurance. Why We Chose Medi-Share, an affordable solution to traditional health insurance.
Saving In Akron
JANUARY 14, 2011
It's been a busy week trying to avoid a health insurance catastrophe, which I hope to write about more later. So glad it's Friday. I hope you're all not buried under snow. Have a great weekend and enjoy your freebies. Get a FREE recipe book from Betty Crocker. Get a FREE vegetarian starter kit. Be one of the first 1000 and get a FREE sample of Valspar Paint and a $5 coupon. Get a FREE wildflower reference guide and seed catalog.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MARCH 8, 2012
Readers: Aside from health insurance, what benefits to you take advantage of? In my last article we talked about getting the most out of your primary employer. The majority of us are working jobs we’d rather not be working for a company we’d rather not be working for.
Saving Everyday
JUNE 25, 2012
Excellent opportunities exclusive to Avon – Enjoy product discounts, participate in the exclusive Avon Independent Sales Representative Savings Plan, access to preferred suppliers of health insurance, training, rewards and incentives, scholarships and more.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 28, 2013
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. Despite how you might feel about it, exercise doesn’t have to be a four-letter word.
Coupons Do Work
SEPTEMBER 15, 2016
Health Insurance. Even if you are attending school and financially independent from your parents, as long as you are younger than 26 years old , you can be kept on your parent’s health insurance policy. International Travel Insurance.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JANUARY 22, 2013
Do I Have Health Care Insurance? . If your job doesn’t provide health insurance and you can’t afford to take out your own policy, this is another reason to wait before trying to conceive (or adopt). Children.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 15, 2012
Cheap fast food isn’t really food at all, but rather it’s just a commodity we use to satisfy hunger while hurting our own health. Well, there is in terms of initial outlay of cash from your wallet, but if food is cheap it’s not for good reason.
Family Balance Sheet
OCTOBER 16, 2017
Back in October 2003, I left a corporate career as a department store buyer with a nice reliable paycheck and benefits– including health insurance –to join my husband in the land of self-employment. October is a big month for me. I met my husband in October.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 14, 2014
It was the email that arrives each November informing me that the information regarding our health care coverage options for the next calendar year was available for review, and the enrollment period would be opening soon. Comparing the 2015 prices with what we pay now, I discovered that if we kept the same health, dental, and vision plans our health care costs would increase about $115 a month. How do you handle an increase in monthly expenses like health care?
Family Balance Sheet
AUGUST 11, 2014
If I can make it as a single mom who was laid off, dumped, told my daughter might need surgery as I was losing health insurance and my dog had cancer, I promise God will provide you the strength and focus to get through it too. Welcome to Debt Free Stories.
Saving Everyday
AUGUST 12, 2012
Excellent opportunities exclusive to Avon – Enjoy product discounts, participate in the exclusive Avon Independent Sales Representative Savings Plan, access to preferred suppliers of health insurance, training, rewards and incentives, scholarships and more.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 9, 2013
You probably won’t have health insurance, life insurance or special perks (like savings on certain items or free tickets to different things or business travel on the company’s dime) after you retire.
Saving Everyday
SEPTEMBER 16, 2012
Excellent opportunities exclusive to Avon – Enjoy product discounts, participate in the exclusive Avon Independent Sales Representative Savings Plan, access to preferred suppliers of health insurance, training, rewards and incentives, scholarships and more. If you’re looking for a way to make some extra money, Avon is a proven path to success for millions of representatives around the world, from all ages, cultures and walks of life.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 7, 2013
Health concerns were not heralded on evey pack or on every billboard and TV/Radio station. The gum was expensive, and our health insurance didn’t help with the cost. True confession time! I smoked cigarettes for over 20 years.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 31, 2012
Discontinue Insurance. Since she could no longer afford to pay it, she stopped the home insurance and stopped using the cars she inherited (also free and clear). Her health care is via the Veteran’s Administration as she has no health insurance.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
OCTOBER 11, 2011
Hubby is one of those lucky few that actually has a pretty safe pension – one that also comes with health plans (which cover me as well) – so calculating his was easy. Health insurance is a bit more pricy than when employed, but less than a lot of other people pay.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JANUARY 12, 2011
Your health is important. Without good health other things become insignificant. Protecting your physical health is vital in maintaining a happy lifestyle. Being wary and avoiding germs won’t guarantee good health, but it could help. That is an indisputable fact.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JANUARY 12, 2011
Your health is important. Without good health other things become insignificant. Protecting your physical health is vital in maintaining a happy lifestyle. Being wary and avoiding germs won’t guarantee good health, but it could help. That is an indisputable fact.
Saving In Akron
MARCH 9, 2011
My husband spent 8 months of those two years unemployed and looking for a job because we could no longer afford our health insurance. After being run ragged for 5 days running everyone around, I finally got my new car. I am so excited.
Saving Cents With Sense
JANUARY 4, 2014
For those planning a wedding, with all the organizing, the first thing on your mind may not be insurance, but that is why the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) created the Insurance Survival Guide for Newlyweds.
Saving Cents With Sense
JANUARY 18, 2013
Saving money can substantially improve your health and it’s scientifically proven to do so. Saving money at the grocery store , gas station , car insurance, or even college tuition are all examples of things that should be something you strive for and are eager to achieve.
Nicoles Nickels
OCTOBER 20, 2014
Certain people are at greater risk for complications with the flu, including seniors, young children, pregnant women and those with certain health conditions like asthma or diabetes. Will it be covered by insurance?
Nicoles Nickels
DECEMBER 27, 2012
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. Christmas came and went regardless of my being “ready” We had plenty of food, plenty of presents, plenty of fun and love and not enough sleep. Just like every other Christmas that has come before this one.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JUNE 14, 2012
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. Without insurance, this could literally break the bank for many people. Health insurance helps keep your health care costs lower by offering you various benefits in exchange for a premium.
Nicoles Nickels
OCTOBER 4, 2015
Certain people are at greater risk for complications with the flu, including seniors, young children, pregnant women and those with certain health conditions like asthma or diabetes. Will it be covered by insurance? Pennie’s take: Having the flu is miserable.
Saving Cents With Sense
FEBRUARY 17, 2016
Health Insurance Concerns. If you both have employers that offer health benefits, and you both intend to remain at your positions, then you’ll need to compare the benefits programs and determine which are better for your individual medical requirements.
Work With What You've Got
NOVEMBER 8, 2010
And health insurance! (A picture we took before that I never blogged, because some people don’t like to read so much and I get a little TL/DR below…) This past week, my husband got a job.
For the Mommas
JANUARY 2, 2018
This means persons will no longer be required to “secure health insurance or pay a penalty.” If healthy individuals will choose not to have coverage with the elimination of the individual mandate, the balance of those who are insured will tip towards those who are sick, which will increase the cost of healthcare overall.) Employers with 50+ employees still have to provide ACA- compliant health coverage and reporting requirements will remain intact.
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