No one wants to think about the death of themselves or their family members. Unfortunately, it is an inevitability. One way to prepare financially is by purchasing life insurance to cover your funeral costs and help replace your income in … Continue Reading

A living trust is an estate planning document used to distribute property upon death while avoiding probate court. It is called a “living” trust because it is created while the property owner is alive, rather than upon his or her … Continue Reading

One of the best ways to save money on insurance is to get a policy with a high deductible. Whether it’s health insurance, car insurance, or homeowner/renter insurance, a high deductible can mean a lower premium — and savings every … Continue Reading

When I talk to would-be entrepreneurs and freelancers, the one recurring objection to leaving the 9-5 grind is the lack of affordable insurance. And with good reason! Americans without coverage through work (and even those WITH employer-sponsored coverage) can shell … Continue Reading

There are few things more stressful than having a medical emergency come up while you’re uninsured. I would know, I’ve totally been there. I got married in college, my husband and I both had minimum wage jobs without benefits, and … Continue Reading

Renter’s insurance is one of those things you probably haven’t given a lot of thought to, even if you’ve been renting your home for a long time. If you don’t have it, you may not think you need it (you … Continue Reading

Mark your calendars: you have until March 31, 2014 to sign up for health insurance. That’s the deadline imposed under the Affordable Care Act as the last day of open enrollment to sign up for coverage under Obamacare. It’s also … Continue Reading