by Dave Silver | Mar 11, 2021 | Blog
Part A: This part of Medicare covers you for hospitalization, hospice and skilled nursing. In 2021 the Part A hospital deductible is $1,484.00 Part A is generally free if you have worked or your spouse has worked 10 years in the US (40 quarters). If you haven’t...
by Dave Silver | Mar 4, 2021 | Blog
This may seem easier than it really is. Unfortunately, most agents only represent a very small number of companies or may be even just one. And they will try their hardest to sell you on how great that company is. This is an extreme disservice to the customer. You...
by Dave Silver | Jul 8, 2020 | Blog
It’s very important to set up an online account at SSA.gov. Currently only about 40% of people set up an online account. The reasons why you should do this are: You can see what your estimate of benefits will be at age 62, full retirement age and at age 70. You can...
by Dave Silver | Jul 8, 2020 | Blog
Divorced spouses are able to collect Social Security benefits on one another. The main criteria is that you were married for at least 10 years, continuously. If you are divorced for less than 2 years, your ex- spouse (the one you will be collecting on) will need to...
by Dave Silver | Jul 8, 2020 | Blog
Children are entitled to Social Security benefits up to age 18 or up to age 19 if they are still in high school. They receive benefits based on the work record of the parent who is collecting Social Security retirement or disability benefits. If the parent is alive...
by Dave Silver | May 26, 2020 | Blog
Overview of Medicare Advantage Plans When shopping for Medicare Advantage Plans, the options are as varied as they are confusing. Beyond your basic Medicare needs, there are many optional plans available depending on your situation and budget. Some plans require more...