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Navigate the Medicare Dental Dilemma

August 25, 2016 By Shelby Tatomir

How you can have dental coverage while under Medicare.

Emotions run high for pre-retirees. The retirement cloud comes in 2 forms—one part white and fluffy (no more work!) and  another dark and ominous (no more benefits?!?). … [Read more...]

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Caught in the Middle: Insurance Tips for the Sandwich Generation

April 5, 2016 By Sara Fossum

Caring for your children and aging parents isn’t easy. These tips can help:

It seems strange to place middle-aged adults in the same category as BLTs and PB&Js. But instead of 2 slices of bread, adults are finding themselves financially “sandwiched” between 2 generations: their children and their aging parents. … [Read more...]

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Do Retirees Still Need Dental Coverage?

September 24, 2015 By Shelby Tatomir

The average age for retirement fluctuates over time, but generally remains between 63 and 66 years of age. Coincidentally, this is also the age when you start being considered a “senior.” Seniors today are more active and engaged than ever before.  Seniors today represent about … [Read more...]

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