Insurance
How to Reduce the Cost of a Lost Smartphone
Guest Blogger on September 19, 2012
If you lose your smartphone, you can get it replaced easily – but not cheaply.
Who’s Keeping Track of You and How to See Your Files
Angela Colley on April 3, 2013
Think credit bureaus are the only agencies keeping an eye on you? Think again.
Is Your Doctor Overcharging You?
Karla Bowsher on February 15, 2013
A reader was billed for her last visit to her doctor’s office even though she didn’t see the doctor. Such a bill is either an honest mistake or a fraudulent overcharge – and here’s how to tell if you’re paying too much.
Should You Consider Debt Protection? 3 Alternatives
B.T. Ballenger on September 6, 2012
Worried about debt after death or unemployment? A debt protection plan could cover you, but may be overpriced. Here are some better ideas.
Teen Drivers are Hypocrites
B.T. Ballenger on August 31, 2012
A new study shows most teens are quick to call out texting-and-driving – but more than a third admit they do it too.
Walking Lowers Cigarette Cravings
B.T. Ballenger on August 29, 2012
Medical researchers found exercise temporarily reduces the craving to smoke.
Safest and Most Dangerous Cities for Driving
B.T. Ballenger on August 28, 2012
In Allstate’s latest annual list, Sioux Falls is safest and Washington, D.C., is most dangerous.
4 Tips to Insure Your College Student – and Save
B.T. Ballenger on August 14, 2012
Classes start soon, so time for a pop quiz: Is your student properly insured? Here’s a cheat sheet.
50 Big Money Mistakes Household CEOs Make
Guest Blogger on August 9, 2012
If Fortune 500 CEOs make mistakes, then so do the rest of us who handle our family’s finances. Here’s a long list of what to avoid.
Do You Need Pet Insurance? 6 Ways to Save on Care
B.T. Ballenger on August 6, 2012
Here’s a list of the funniest pet names of the year. Know what’s not funny? Vet bills. We tell you how to save with a smile.
Speeding Ticket? How to Fight for Savings
Guest Blogger on August 6, 2012
If you’ve ever gotten a speeding ticket, you know that you pay both now and later – in high insurance premiums. We can’t help you with the ticket, but we CAN help with the insurance. Read on.
5 Cheap Alternatives to Cell Phone Insurance
B.T. Ballenger on August 6, 2012
Would you rather pay $7 a month for insurance with a $100 deductible, or spend $20 on a screen/case combo and a free app?
Is My Teen’s Car Automatically Insured?
Guest Blogger on August 6, 2012
Think your teenager is covered because you added him to your policy? Think again.
Ask Stacy: Can I Drop My Health Insurance?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
In 2014, the Affordable Care Act will force insurance companies to insure everyone. So why not just drop your health coverage, pay the penalty, then buy insurance if you get sick? Check out this exchange on health care reform between me and a reader.
The Supreme Court Health Care Decision: What It Means to You
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 6, 2012
The media is talking about which politicians “won” and “lost” when the Supreme Court ruled on health care reform. But here’s what really matters: how it all affects you.
Wedding Insurance for Big Day Disasters
Guest Blogger on August 6, 2012
No one can guarantee you a happy marriage. But can they guarantee your wedding?
7 Tips to Save on Motorcycle Insurance
Stacy Johnson CPA on August 6, 2012
Live to ride, ride to live. But save a few bucks while you’re at it.
Hit-and-Run: Am I Out of Luck?
Guest Blogger on May 15, 2012
If you’re involved in a hit-and-run, you can run to your insurance company for a claim – if you have the right coverage.
The Right Way to Pick a Doctor
Karla Bowsher on May 6, 2012
There’s more to picking a doctor than reading online reviews. These tips from a former medical professional will help you find a well qualified doctor who meets your needs.
7 Tips to Pay Less for Health Insurance
B.T. Ballenger on March 26, 2012
Health insurance policies – and their premiums – vary widely. But you have more control over your costs and coverage than you might think.
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