I suspect we are all growing rather weary of living in the midst of a pandemic. There are so many questions and sadly, politics and lack of confidence in our government institutions has created an atmosphere that has actually resulted… Continue Reading
The Covid19 Pandemic has caused some to rethink the decision to go without health insurance. Layoffs or reduction of work hours have limited individuals’ ability to pay their health insurance premiums. Employers are facing tough decisions about continuing employees’ health… Continue Reading
I must say that my relative who requested that we not stay at his home after returning from Australia two weeks ago, was showing his scientific background in spades. We are all experiencing a new normal that has the effect… Continue Reading
One of the joys of vacation travel is taking a break from the news. The fact that our small hotel at the Fitzroy National Park Island had internet only in the lobby area, helped us disconnect to some degree. Our… Continue Reading
It may come as a surprise to some Californians that our state has implemented its own penalty for those who do not have health insurance in 2020. It is similar to the federal penalty under the ACA (Affordable Care Act… Continue Reading
Medicare Annual Election period is Oct. 15-Dec.7 each year. This year’s open enrollment threatens to make the initial rollout of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans look like a picnic. The Medicare Plan Finder has been “upgraded”. Historically, this website… Continue Reading
As the saying goes, Nothing is so constant as change!” This year is no different. There are many changes relative to health insurance in California for 2020. Readers may recall that the Federal government issued a statement that they would… Continue Reading
Open enrollment for individual policies is not over. If you apply before Jan. 15, your effective date of coverage will be Feb. 1, 2019. Historically, Covered California has extended the last deadline, but as of this writing we have no… Continue Reading
Once again our neighbors and friends may be suffering the effects of wildfires and may need help. Medical issues are particularly difficult for those who have evacuated and may not have their medications or only a small supply. Respiratory illnesses… Continue Reading
I am not a tax professional. I don’t even play one on TV. But the nature of my work requires that as an insurance broker, I am informed on some areas of tax law. Since “tax season” is well under… Continue Reading
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