Insurance
8 Tips for a Financial Spring Cleaning
Guest Blogger on March 19, 2012
Your house needs an annual cleaning, so why not your finances? Here’s how to make a clean sweep of your costly problems.
6 Steps to Pay Less for Car Insurance
B.T. Ballenger on March 7, 2012
Since you’re paying more for gas, maybe it’s time to save on another expensive part of the driving experience: insurance.
4 Ways to Save at the Dentist
Karla Bowsher on March 21, 2013
The recession has hurt dentists’ bottom line and our dental health. A recent survey shows 43 percent of us have delayed dental care due to the cost. Here’s how to cut your dental costs whether you have insurance or not.
4 Steps to Take as Soon as You Say ‘I Don’t’
Angela Colley on January 4, 2012
Breaking up is hard to do – but you can at least make the money part easier. Remember these financial steps during your divorce, and a tough time will go much smoother.
Are Concierge Doctors Worth the Price?
B.T. Ballenger on December 15, 2011
Some people are VIPs – very important patients, who get more attention from their doctor with less waiting. As you might imagine, there’s a price to pay. Is it worth it?
4 Ways Procrastination Can Cost You
Guest Blogger on November 7, 2011
If the early bird gets the worm, the procrastinator gets the shaft. Here’s why.
Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What to Do
Stacy Johnson CPA on October 17, 2011
If you’re one of the 50 million Americans without health insurance, you may think your only healthcare option is the emergency room. Not true. If you’re going without insurance, or know someone who is, this post is just what the doctor ordered.
5 Expenses You Shouldn’t Trim and What to Do Instead
B.T. Ballenger on September 16, 2011
Saving money is easy, right? Just spend less on certain things. Unfortunately, cutting costs in some areas now will make the financial pain worse later.
The Most Important Thing You Can Do Today
B.T. Ballenger on September 9, 2011
Put this on top of your “to do” list: a home inventory. Most people don’t have one, and when a disaster strikes they won’t get their money’s worth from the insurance company.
Can I Get Better Insurance Rates Through an Association?
B.T. Ballenger on August 5, 2011
Want better insurance rates? Join the club – just don’t expect a membership discount. A recent Consumer Reports investigation found that policies quoted through associations like AARP were sometimes cheaper and sometimes pricier than the non-membership rates.
Is Dental Insurance Worth It? 5 Ways to Save on Care
B.T. Ballenger on May 12, 2015
Dental coverage is usually separate from health insurance, and your employer may not offer it. If that’s the case, is it worth getting? At least one dentist says no.
Insurance Companies Holding Out? Regulators Investigate
Stacy Johnson CPA on July 6, 2011
States are investigating whether insurance companies are doing enough to find out if life insurance policyholders have died and to pay the beneficiaries.
6 Tips to Save on Pet Medical Expenses
B.T. Ballenger on July 7, 2011
Pets are like members of the family. But unlike other family members, they probably don’t have health insurance. Here are some ways you can protect your furry friends from the high cost of health care.
Should You Have Umbrella Insurance?
B.T. Ballenger on July 1, 2011
You have an accident and get sued for more than your insurance policy will pay. What can you do? One idea is to pull out an umbrella.
7 Ways to Save on Car Insurance
B.T. Ballenger on June 2, 2011
When it comes to car insurance, where you live is a factor in what you’ll pay. Here’s a list of the most expensive, and cheapest, cities to insure a car. Plus, how to lower your bill wherever you live.
Ask Stacy: How Can My Car Insurance Go up Like This?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Linda’s insurance company raised her car premiums by $55/month just for being divorced rather than married. Isn’t that discrimination?
The 5 Golden Rules of Saving on Insurance
Stacy Johnson CPA on April 10, 2011
Most people spend more time and effort shopping for groceries than insurance. And that’s a shame, since you probably spend more insuring your family than feeding it. Here’s what you need to understand, organize, and save on insurance.
Health Care Credit Cards: A Healthy Choice?
B.T. Ballenger on March 30, 2011
Health care credit cards put a pretty face on the price of plastic surgery and other elective medical procedures – but they come with risks, and they aren’t your only option.
5 Tips to Pick the Right Hospital
B.T. Ballenger on March 28, 2011
Sick of researching the best hospital in your area, or scared to death of how much it might cost? We’ve got advice to help you make a healthy choice for your care.
Ask Stacy: Is It OK to Buy Insurance Online?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
This reader has been told that when it comes to things like insurance, local is better than online and long distance. What do you think?
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