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The Importance of National Blood Donor Month

Blog Author: Kathy Ingulsrud

January is National Blood Donor Month, an effort to publicize the importance of blood donation and encourage people to donate blood. Continue reading to learn more about donating blood.

What You’ll Learn at a Medicare Workshop

Blog Author: Kari Mellone

At Twin City Underwriters, we help Medicare enrollees feel more at ease and in control over their healthcare decisions. Many of our long-term clients first get to know us at a free Medicare workshop at their local community center. For clients who want to learn from the comfort of home, we offer ...

Does Medicare Cover Depression Screenings?

Blog Author: John Demko

With the current state of the world, it is no surprise that mental health concerns are on the rise. Awareness of depression symptoms and being proactive in seeking mental health care can make a significant difference in overall well-being. At Twin City Underwriters, we often get questions about ...

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Are You Protected? Why You Should Review Your Life Insurance Policy

Blog Author: Jessica Richter

Life moves quickly, but it’s important to take time to review your life insurance policies at least once each year. Ensuring everything is up to date within your policy can allow you to feel confident that your loved ones will be protected and have less to worry about.

Financial Planning As You Retire

Blog Author: Tom Peterson

Planning for retirement can bring many emotions – excitement, confusion, and even fear of the unknown. Having confidence in your financial well-being is one of the best ways to establish a joyful retirement. Here are some points to consider as you prepare to retire and plan financially for your ...

How to Stay Stress Free This Holiday Season

Blog Author: Kathy Ingulsrud

The holidays! A time for family, friends, and special memories – or at least, that’s what we hope for. Sometimes the holiday season is stressful, lonely, and difficult, and we may even find ourselves feeling frustrated and irritable. Thankfully, there are some effective strategies for re-centering ...

What Do I Get With Original Medicare?

Blog Author: Kari Mellone

You spend the first 65 years of your life contributing to Medicare taxes, so naturally, you may wonder: what do you get with Medicare? Are there any options for coverage beyond Original Medicare? This article will dig a little deeper into what you get with Original Medicare and the options ...

Term vs. Whole Life Insurance: What’s the Difference?

Blog Author: Jessica Richter

When deciding on a life insurance policy that meets your needs, it is helpful to know the options and how they differ. Here, we will review how term life insurance and whole life insurance policies work, and what the benefits may include.

What Are Annuity Ratings?

Blog Author: Tom Peterson

When you shop at Amazon or Target, or visit restaurants and retail businesses, ratings help you decide what and where to purchase. This is also important when making impactful decisions, such as selecting a health plan or making a financial decision. Before investing in an annuity, it’s a good idea ...