Month: August 2025

A person comparing Medigap plan costs with a calculator
Comparing Attained-Age, Issue-Age, and Community-Rated Medigap Plans

School of Social Security & Medicare

Medigap premiums are determined using attained-age, issue-age, or community-rated pricing systems to account for policyholder age.

A person looking at a chalkboard filled with complex mathematical calculations. This is meant to represent calculating provisional income or combined income.
How to Calculate Provisional Income (a.k.a. Combined Income)

School of Social Security & Medicare

Your provisional income determines if Social Security benefits are taxable, so it is important to know how to calculate this figure.

A retiree taking notes while reviewing tax information on a laptop
Five Types of Taxes to Factor into Your Retirement Plan

School of Financial Wellness

These 5 taxes are the most common for retirees, and understanding them is the key to creating a robust tax management plan.

A paper cutout of a family in front of someone signing life insurance documents.
What Type of Life Insurance Do You Need?

School of Financial Wellness

The value of life insurance is clear, but choosing the right type of policy for your situation can present a significant challenge.