Tag: Insurance
10 Cardinal Rules for Buying Classic Cars
Marilyn Lewis on April 30, 2015
Turning an antique bucket of bolts into a cherry ride takes know-how — and making a profit is even trickier. Here’s what you need to think about.
8 Overlooked Ways to Avoid a Speeding Ticket
Karla Bowsher on April 29, 2015
Speeding tickets are on the rise. But experts say using some uncommon tactics can significantly reduce your odds of being tagged.
Climate-Friendly Drivers: 10 Things to Know About Electric Cars
Guest Blogger on April 22, 2015
There are reasons that eco-friendly car buyers are reluctant to plunge into the electric car market. Here is what they need to know.
Are Hospitals Ditching Lower-Income Patients for Richer Ones?
Karla Bowsher on April 20, 2015
A growing trend may reveal the financial motives of many hospitals. Find out what it means for you.
The Rich Seem to Have Everything, Even Longer Lives
Krystal Steinmetz on April 17, 2015
The more money you have, the lower your likelihood of disease and early death, a new report says.
How Good is Your Hospital? Find Out
Karla Bowsher on April 17, 2015
More than 4,000 hospitals nationwide have now been rated based on patient experiences. How do your local hospitals compare?
Trade Your Secrets For A Life Insurance Discount?
Karla Bowsher on April 8, 2015
A U.S. insurer is offering rewards to healthy customers who allow the company to track their habits. Is that smart?
5 Steps to Take if Your Health Insurance Claim is Denied
Maryalene LaPonsie on April 6, 2015
Just because your health insurer denies your claim doesn’t mean you have to write it off as a loss. Here’s how to tackle the problem.
Defense Dept. Seeks Overhaul of Retirement Policy, Benefits for Soldiers
Krystal Steinmetz on April 2, 2015
The new head of the Defense Department calls for 401(k)-style retirement plans, private health insurance and other changes aimed at keeping soldiers in the military longer.
The 10 Best Cars Made in the USA
Krystal Steinmetz on April 2, 2015
Top American-made cars across 10 separate categories, as rated by Consumer Reports. The takeaway: U.S. auto manufacturers are gaining ground against their Asian competitors.
Coming Soon: A Car That Follows The Speed Limit — Automatically
Karla Bowsher on March 26, 2015
New Ford technology promises to make driving less stressful, and speeding tickets less common.
Researcher: 5 Ways Obamacare Has Improved US Health System
Krystal Steinmetz on March 23, 2015
The Affordable Care Act has driven some significant improvements to the U.S. health care system, though many Americans are not yet aware of them, scholar says.
California Yanks Blue Shield’s Tax-Exempt Status
Krystal Steinmetz on March 20, 2015
The California insurer, which now faces paying tens of millions of dollars in state taxes each year, has been under fire for lavish executive salaries and high premiums.
7 Rental Car ‘Gotchas’ and How to Avoid Them
Allison Martin on March 20, 2015
Renting a car in the near future? Don’t make the mistake of paying more than you intend to, or more than you should.
Major Data Breach Exposes Premera Blue Cross Customers
Krystal Steinmetz on March 18, 2015
The insurance firm says a cyberattack has compromised personal and medical information of more than 11million customers. Here’s what you need to know.
Still No Health Insurance? White House Offers an Extension on Sign Up
Krystal Steinmetz on March 16, 2015
For Americans who didn’t get health insurance in 2014 and were assessed a penalty on their taxes, the Obama administration is offering a final chance to get 2015 coverage.
Re-Fi Seems Out of Reach? You May Qualify for Home Affordable Refinance Program
Guest Blogger on March 11, 2015
The program launched during economic recession aimed at helping homeowners refinance is available until the end of 2015.
What Will Happen if Court Nixes ACA Health Insurance Subsidies? It’s Not Pretty
Krystal Steinmetz on March 9, 2015
If the Supreme Court decides to eliminate health subsidies, damaging ripples will be felt throughout the U.S. economy.
How Credit Reporting Agencies’ New Rules Impact You
Karla Bowsher on March 9, 2015
Three credit-reporting agencies will play by revised rules that treat medical debt differently and make it easier for consumers to repair their credit.
Beyond FICO… Guess Who Else is Scoring You
Guest Blogger on March 9, 2015
Like a credit score, it’s important, but unlike a credit score, it’s nearly impossible to find out what yours is.
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