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Youth - Insurance

You’re not ready to think about insurance, but it’s probably a good idea to ask your parents if you have health insurance.  You never know when you’ll have to visit the doctor.


Teens - Insurance

Auto Insurance
Chances are that you’ll be on your parent’s auto insurance when the time comes!  While you can’t control what insurance company your parents may use, you can possibly save money on your monthly insurance premium by maintaining good grades.  Some insurers have been known to offer discounts to good students based on accident rates.

If you are already driving, be safe!  One accident on your record can make your insurance premiums unaffordable. Automobile insurance is required by law and a lack of insurance is punishable by enormous fines and possibly a one year jail sentence.  

Health Insurance
While you’re not yet in a position to be responsible for your own health insurance, it’s probably a good idea to ask your parents if you have coverage. You never know when you’ll have to visit the doctor or go to the hospital in an emergency. 

It’s important to carry your insurance information with you. Typically, there is an insurance card that you can keep in your wallet although your parents will likely need to sign for your treatment and healthcare.

College/Career - Insurance

Auto Insurance
Automobile insurance is required by law and a lack of insurance is punishable by enormous fines and possibly a one year jail sentence.  It’s a big deal. 

Finding and maintaining insurance is a priority when you own a car.  For insurance requirements by state, visit the unofficial guide to the DMV’s website, http://www.DMV.org
The following eight items are things you need to know about auto insurance as provided by Insurance.com:

  • Determine appropriate coverage
  • Shop around for insurance
  • Look for insurance discounts
  • Consider taking a higher deductible
  • Look into stacking coverage if you file a claim
  • Check with your insurance company before you buy a vehicle
  • Notify your auto insurance company immediately if you change auto insurance companies
  • Pick the insurance payment option that best fits your budget

The following are links to a few auto insurance companies as well as websites with more information on auto insurance:

Health Insurance
Health insurance is beneficial for individuals at all ages.  You might be young and be perfectly healthy.  But what if you were to be in a serious accident or suddenly become diabetic?  Healthcare costs are expensive and can quickly force a person into inability to pay or even bankruptcy. You need to build a great credit score, not create a negative score!

Employer Health Insurance
Many employers offer health insurance coverage. Be sure to sign up as the premiums are generally lower because they are part of a group rate. Even co-payments are probably less expensive than finding your own health insurance. Be sure to ask your employer about setting aside pretax dollars to help offset the cost. Many employers have a Flexible Spending Plan for healthcare premiums, out of pocket healthcare expenses and even daycare expenses!

Health Insurance Resources
Health insurance terms and conditions can be confusing and often overwhelming, but there are resources available to help navigate through the confusing terms and find the best coverage for you.  CNNMoney.com recommends these top ten things you need to know about health insurance:

  • Insurance costs a lot but having none costs more
  • If your employer offers insurance grab it
  • Comparing plans is tough but necessary
  • The lowest premium isn’t always the cheapest plan
  • Even good coverage can have big loopholes
  • You’ll pay more for freedom
  • You can check out networks before signing up
  • You can keep your insurance if you lose your job
  • Working couples have more to think about
  • Tax breaks can help

For more information on other health insurance information, as well as price quotes and a discussion of the healthcare legislation passed in early 2010, visit the following websites:

Insurance Ratings Websites


Career/Young Family - Insurance

Auto Insurance
Automobile insurance is required by law and a lack of insurance is punishable by enormous fines and possibly a one year jail sentence.  It’s a big deal. 

Finding and maintaining insurance is a priority when you own a car.  For insurance requirements by state, visit the unofficial guide to the DMV website, http://www.DMV.org
The following eight items are things you need to know about auto insurance as provided by Insurance.com:

  • Determine appropriate coverage
  • Shop around for insurance
  • Look for insurance discounts
  • Consider taking a higher deductible
  • Look into stacking coverage if you file a claim
  • Check with your insurance company before you buy a vehicle
  • Notify your auto insurance company immediately if you change auto insurance companies
  • Pick the insurance payment option that best fits your budget

The following are links to a few auto insurance companies as well as websites with more information on auto insurance:

Health Insurance
Health insurance is beneficial for individuals at all ages.  You might be young and be perfectly healthy.  But what if you were to be in a serious accident or suddenly become diabetic?  Healthcare costs are expensive and can quickly force a person into inability to pay, or even bankruptcy. You need to build a great credit score, not create a negative score!

Employer Health Insurance
Many employers offer health insurance coverage. Be sure to sign up as the premiums are generally lower because they are part of a group rate. Even co-payments are probably less expensive than finding your own health insurance. Be sure to ask your employer about setting aside pretax dollars to help offset the cost. Many employers have a Flexible Spending Plan for healthcare premiums, out of pocket healthcare expenses and even daycare expenses!

Health Insurance Resources
Health insurance terms and conditions can be confusing and often overwhelming, but there are resources available to help navigate through the confusing terms and find the best coverage for you. CNNMoney.com recommends these top ten things you need to know about health insurance:

  • Insurance costs a lot, but having none costs more
  • If your employer offers insurance, grab it
  • Comparing plans is tough but necessary
  • The lowest premium isn’t always the cheapest plan
  • Even good coverage can have big loopholes
  • You’ll pay more for freedom
  • You can check out networks before signing up
  • You can keep your insurance if you lose your job
  • Working couples have more to think about
  • Tax breaks can help

For more information on other health insurance information, as well as price quotes and a discussion of the healthcare legislation passed in early 2010, visit the following websites:

Insurance Ratings Links:

        
Life Insurance
Life insurance is a valuable investment in your future and the future of your loved ones.  While it can be difficult to think about your death, it is important to consider the well-being of those you could possibly leave behind. There are several life insurance options:

  • Term Life Insurance
  • Return of Premium
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Survivorship
  • Universal Life Insurance
  • Mortgage Life Insurance

Many employers offer Life Insurance or offer the opportunity to sign up through a vendor they recommend.  Be sure to ask!
For more information on the above types of life insurance and to obtain life insurance price quotes, visit the links below:

Long Term Care Insurance
Long Term Care insurance (LTC)is designed to provide assistance to individuals for assistance with daily living activities when they are medically unable to do them on their own. It provides coverage for certain needs that health insurance does not cover. Some of those needs include:

  • In-home assistance with daily activities: bathing, dressing, eating cleaning.

Each plan is different and may include:

  • In home care
  • Adult daycare
  • Assisted living (in assisted living facility)
  • Nursing home care

Although it seems like a LONG ways off, premiums are much cheaper when purchased at a young age.  For more information on Long Term Care Insurance and to obtain price quotes in helping you determine if and when you want to take out coverage, visit:

Home Insurance
Be sure you have renter’s insurance or home owner's insurance!  Anyone could trip on your property and sue you, even a solicitor.  Review on an annual basis your coverage with your agent. Consider increasing your liability, especially if you have a pool, pond or other dangerous situation.  As an example, your child’s playmates could fall into deep water and not be able to swim.  Please refer to the Housing section in the Resource Center for more information and appropriate resources.

Career/Family - Insurance  

Auto Insurance
Automobile insurance is required by law and a lack of insurance is punishable by enormous fines and possibly a one year jail sentence. 
Finding and maintaining insurance is a priority when you own a car.  For insurance requirements by state, visit the unofficial guide to the DMV’s website, http://www.DMV.org
The following eight items are things you need to know about auto insurance as provided by Insurance.com:

  • Determine appropriate coverage
  • Shop around for insurance
  • Look for insurance discounts
  • Consider taking a higher deductible
  • Look into stacking coverage if you file a claim
  • Check with your insurance company before you buy a vehicle
  • Notify your auto insurance company immediately if you change auto insurance companies
  • Pick the insurance payment option that best fits your budget

The following are links to a few auto insurance companies as well as websites with more information on auto insurance:

Health Insurance
Health insurance is beneficial for individuals at all ages.  You might be relatively young and be perfectly healthy.  But what if you were to be in a serious accident or suddenly become diabetic?  Healthcare costs are expensive and can quickly force a person into inability to pay or even bankruptcy. You need to maintain your good credit score, not create a negative score!

Employer Health Insurance
Many employers offer health insurance coverage. Be sure to sign up as the premiums are generally lower because they are part of a group rate. Even co-payments are probably less expensive than finding your own health insurance. Be sure to ask your employer about setting aside pretax dollars to help offset the cost. Many employers have a Flexible Spending Plan for healthcare premiums, out of pocket healthcare expenses and even daycare expenses!

Health Insurance Resources
Health insurance terms and conditions can be confusing and often overwhelming, but there are resources available to help navigate through the confusing terms and find the best coverage for you.  CNNMoney.com recommends these top ten things you need to know about health insurance:

  • Insurance costs a lot, but having none costs more
  • If your employer offers insurance, grab it
  • Comparing plans is tough, but necessary
  • The lowest premium isn’t always the cheapest plan
  • Even good coverage can have big loopholes
  • You’ll pay more for freedom
  • You can check out networks before signing up
  • You can keep your insurance if you lose your job
  • Working couples have more to think about
  • Tax breaks can help

For more information on other health insurance information, as well as price quotes and a discussion of the healthcare legislation passed in early 2010, visit the following websites:

Insurance Ratings Links

Life Insurance
Life insurance is a valuable investment in your future and the future of your loved ones.  While it can be difficult to think about your death, it is important to consider the well-being of those you could possibly leave behind. There are several life insurance options:

  • Term Life Insurance
  • Return of Premium
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Survivorship
  • Universal Life Insurance
  • Mortgage Life Insurance

Many employers offer Life Insurance or offer the opportunity to sign up through a vendor they recommend.  Be sure to ask!

For more information on the above types of life insurance and to obtain life insurance price quotes, visit the links below:

Long Term Care Insurance
Long Term Care insurance (LTC)is designed to provide assistance to individuals for daily living activities when they are medically unable to do them on their own. It provides coverage for certain needs that health insurance does not cover. Some of those needs include:

  • In-home assistance with daily activities: bathing, dressing, eating, and cleaning.

Each plan is different and may include:

  • In home care
  • Adult daycare
  • Assisted living (in assisted living facility)
  • Nursing home care

Although it seems like a LONG ways off, premiums are much cheaper when purchased at a young age.  For more information on Long Term Care Insurance and to obtain price quotes in helping you determine if and when you want to take out coverage, visit:

Home Insurance
Be sure you have renter’s insurance or home owners insurance!  Anyone could trip on your property and sue you, even a solicitor.  Review on an annual basis your coverage with your agent. Consider increasing your liability, especially if you have a pool, pond or other dangerous situation.  As an example, your child’s playmates could fall into deep water and not be able to swim.  Please refer to the Housing section in the Resource Center for more information and appropriate resources.

Pre-Retirement - Insurance

Auto Insurance
Automobile insurance is required by law and a lack of insurance is punishable by enormous fines and possibly a one year jail sentence. 

Finding and maintaining insurance is a priority when you own a car.  For insurance requirements by state, visit the Unofficial Guide to the DMV’s website, http://www.DMV.org
The following eight items are things you need to know about auto insurance as provided by Insurance.com:

  • Determine appropriate coverage
  • Shop around for insurance
  • Look for insurance discounts
  • Consider taking a higher deductible
  • Look into stacking coverage if you file a claim
  • Check with your insurance company before you buy a vehicle
  • Notify your auto insurance company immediately if you change auto insurance companies
  • Pick the insurance payment option that best fits your budget

There are many auto insurance companies.  A search in your local yellow pages under “Insurance” should provide you with a list of local resources. 

The following are links to a few auto insurance companies as well as websites with more information on auto insurance:

Health Insurance
Health insurance is beneficial for individuals at all ages.  You might still be in good health. But what if you were to be in a serious accident or suddenly become diabetic?  Healthcare costs are expensive and can quickly force a person into inability to pay, or even bankruptcy.

Employer Health Insurance
Many employers offer health insurance coverage. Be sure to sign up as the premiums are generally lower because they are part of a group rate. Even co-payments are probably less expensive than finding your own health insurance. Be sure to ask your employer about setting aside pretax dollars to help offset the cost. Many employers have a Flexible Spending Plan for healthcare premiums, out of pocket healthcare expenses and even daycare expenses!

Health Insurance Resources
Health insurance terms and conditions can be confusing and often overwhelming, but there are resources available to help navigate through the confusing terms and find the best coverage for you.  CNNMoney.com recommends these top ten things you need to know about health insurance:

  • Insurance costs a lot, but having none costs more
  • If your employer offers insurance, grab it
  • Comparing plans is tough, but necessary
  • The lowest premium isn’t always the cheapest plan
  • Even good coverage can have big loopholes
  • You’ll pay more for freedom
  • You can check out networks before signing up
  • You can keep your insurance if you lose your job
  • Working couples have more to think about
  • Tax breaks can help

For more information on other health insurance information, as well as price quotes and a discussion of the healthcare legislation passed in early 2010, visit the following websites:

Insurance Ratings Links

Life Insurance
Life insurance is a valuable investment in your future and the future of your loved ones.  While it can be difficult to think about your death, it is important to consider the well-being of those you could possibly leave behind. There are several life insurance options:

  • Term Life Insurance
  • Return of Premium
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Survivorship
  • Universal Life Insurance
  • Mortgage Life Insurance

Many employers offer Life Insurance or offer the opportunity to sign up through a vendor they recommend.  Be sure to ask!

For more information on the above types of life insurance and to obtain life insurance price quotes, visit the links below:

Long Term Care Insurance
Long Term Care insurance (LTC)is designed to provide assistance to individuals with daily living activities when they are medically unable to do them on their own. This can be very helpful to those without access to care otherwise. Still relatively new, it is becoming more popular.

Long Term Care Insurance provides coverage for certain needs that health insurance does not cover. Some of those needs include:

  • In-home assistance with daily activities: bathing, dressing, eating cleaning.

Each plan is different and may include:

  • In home care
  • Adult daycare
  • Assisted living (in assisted living facility)
  • Nursing home care

The older you are when you take out coverage, the more expensive the premiums become. For more information on Long Term Care Insurance and to obtain price quotes, contact a representative from a listing under “Insurance” in your local yellow pages or visit:

Home Insurance
Be sure you have renter’s insurance or home owner's insurance!  Anyone could trip on your property and sue you, even a solicitor.  Review on an annual basis your coverage with your agent. Consider increasing your liability, especially if you have a pool, pond or other dangerous situation.  As an example, your child’s or grandchild’s playmates could fall into deep water and not be able to swim.  Please refer to the Housing section in the Resource Center for more information and appropriate resources.

Active Seniors - Insurance

Auto Insurance
Automobile insurance is required by law and a lack of insurance is punishable by enormous fines and possibly a one year jail sentence. 

Finding and maintaining insurance is a priority when you own a car.  For insurance requirements by state, visit the Unofficial Guide to the DMV’s website, http://www.DMV.org
The following eight items are things you need to know about auto insurance as provided by Insurance.com:

  • Determine appropriate coverage
  • Shop around for insurance
  • Look for insurance discounts
  • Consider taking a higher deductible
  • Look into stacking coverage if you file a claim
  • Check with your insurance company before you buy a vehicle
  • Notify your auto insurance company immediately if you change auto insurance companies
  • Pick the insurance payment option that best fits your budget

There are many auto insurance companies.  A search in your local yellow pages under “Insurance” should provide you with a list of local resources. 
The following are links to a few auto insurance companies as well as websites with more information on auto insurance:

Health Insurance
Health insurance is beneficial for individuals at all ages.  Healthcare costs are expensive and can quickly force a person into inability to pay, or even bankruptcy.

Employer Health Insurance
Many employers offer health insurance coverage. Some offer them to part time (generally half time or more) employers.  Check around if you are thinking of working part time.  And be sure to sign up if the coverage is made available to you. Be sure to ask your employer about setting aside pretax dollars to help offset the cost. Many employers have a Flexible Spending Plan for healthcare premiums, out of pocket healthcare expenses and even daycare expenses!

Health Insurance Resources
Health insurance terms and conditions can be confusing and often overwhelming, but there are resources available to help navigate through the confusing terms and find the best coverage for you. CNNMoney.com recommends these top ten things you need to know about health insurance:

  • Insurance costs a lot but having none costs more
  • If your employer offers insurance grab it
  • Comparing plans is tough but necessary
  • The lowest premium isn’t always the cheapest plan
  • Even good coverage can have big loopholes
  • You’ll pay more for freedom
  • You can check out networks before signing up
  • You can keep your insurance if you lose your job
  • Working couples have more to think about
  • Tax breaks can help

For more information on other health insurance information, as well as price quotes and a discussion of the healthcare legislation passed in early 2010, visit the following websites:

Insurance Ratings Links

Life Insurance
Life insurance is a valuable investment in your future and the future of your loved ones.  While it can be difficult to think about your death, it is important to consider the well-being of those you could possibly leave behind. There are several life insurance options:

  • Term Life Insurance
  • Return of Premium
  • Whole Life Insurance
  • Survivorship
  • Universal Life Insurance
  • Mortgage Life Insurance

For more information on the above types of life insurance and to obtain life insurance price quotes, visit the links below:

Long Term Care Insurance
If you already have Long Term Care insurance policy, keep your premiums current so that your policy isn’t cancelled.

Long Term Care insurance (LTC)is designed to provide assistance to you for daily living activities when you are medically unable to do them on your own.  Everyone’s health is different.  Although you’re probably active and healthy now, when you get to the point of needing help, you’ll know.

Long Term Care generally provides coverage for certain needs that health insurance does not cover. Some of those needs may include:

  • In-home assistance with daily activities: physically moving from place to place, bathing, dressing, eating, cooking, and cleaning.

Each plan is different and may include:

  • In home care
  • Adult daycare
  • Assisted living (in assisted living facility)
  • Nursing home care

For more information on Long Term Care Insurance, visit:

While it may be hard to admit that you need help with daily living activities, please ask for help and receive the benefit of what you have been paying for!  Talk to your agent or ask your physician for help in meeting the documented requirements. Remember, we will all get to that point in our lifetime!

Home Insurance
Be sure you have renter’s insurance or home owner's insurance!  Anyone could trip on your property and sue you, even a solicitor.  Review on an annual basis your coverage with your agent. Consider increasing your liability, especially if you have a pool, pond or other dangerous situation.  As an example, your grandchildren’s playmates or a neighbor’s child could fall into deep water and not be able to swim.  Please refer to the Housing section in the Resource Center for more information and appropriate resources.

Golden Years - Insurance

Auto Insurance
If you’re still driving, terrific! Be sure to maintain your automobile insurance as it is required by law.  A lack of insurance is punishable by fines and possibly a one year jail sentence. 

For insurance requirements by state, visit the Unofficial Guide to the DMV’s website, http://www.DMV.org
If you’re interested in learning more about auto insurance, here are some tips as provided by Insurance.com:

  • Determine appropriate coverage
  • Shop around for insurance
  • Look for insurance discounts
  • Consider taking a higher deductible
  • Look into stacking coverage if you file a claim
  • Check with your insurance company before you buy a vehicle
  • Notify your auto insurance company immediately if you change auto insurance companies
  • Pick the insurance payment option that best fits your budget

There are many auto insurance companies.  A search in your local yellow pages under “Insurance” should provide you with a list of local resources. 

The following are links to a few auto insurance companies as well as websites with more information on auto insurance:

Health Insurance
Chances are you are on Medicare.  Whatever health coverage you have, be sure to maintain it!  As you know, healthcare costs are expensive and can quickly force a person into inability to pay, or even bankruptcy.

Health Insurance Resources
Health insurance terms and conditions can be confusing and often overwhelming, but there are resources available to help navigate through the confusing terms and find the best coverage for you.  CNNMoney.com recommends these top ten things you need to know about health insurance:

  • Insurance costs a lot but having none costs more
  • If your employer offers insurance grab it
  • Comparing plans is tough but necessary
  • The lowest premium isn’t always the cheapest plan
  • Even good coverage can have big loopholes
  • You’ll pay more for freedom
  • You can check out networks before signing up
  • You can keep your insurance if you lose your job
  • Working couples have more to think about
  • Tax breaks can help

For more information on other health insurance information, as well as price quotes and a discussion of the healthcare legislation passed in early 2010, visit the following websites:

Insurance Ratings Links

Life Insurance
Life insurance is a valuable investment in your future and the future of your loved ones.  If you already have a plan, keep it in place.

Long Term Care Insurance
If you already have Long Term Care insurance policy, keep your premiums current so that your policy isn’t cancelled.
Long Term Care generally provides coverage for certain needs that health insurance does not cover. Some of those needs may include:

  • In-home assistance with daily activities: physically moving from place to place, bathing, dressing, eating, cooking, and cleaning.

Each plan is different and may include:

  • In home care
  • Adult daycare
  • Assisted living (in assisted living facility)
  • Nursing home care

For more information on Long Term Care Insurance, visit:

Long Term Care insurance (LTC)is designed to provide assistance to you for daily living activities when you are medically unable to do them on your own. While it may be hard to admit that you need help with daily living activities, please ask for help and receive the benefit of what you have been paying for!  Talk to your agent or ask your physician for help in meeting the documented requirements. Remember, we will all get to that point in our lifetime!

Home Insurance
Be sure you have renter’s insurance or home owner's insurance! Anyone could trip on your property and sue you, even a solicitor.  Review on an annual basis your coverage with your agent.

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