Buying Life Insurance for the Grandkids
Blog Author: Tom PetersonAs you age, it may be important to leave a piece of life’s greatness to your future generations. That can mean sharing an heirloom that has been passed down from prior generations, contributing financially towards an education, or leaving a life insurance policy with an inheritance to be used at ...
Medicare Commercials: Deciphering Fact from Fiction
Blog Author: John DemkoPrepare yourself: we are about to enter the season of Medicare advertising. Soon you won’t be able to escape the barrage of mail, television, and online commercials about Medicare.
With multiple kinds of annuities available, it is important to know how each of them works. Looking at an annuity in its entirety, the common goal is to increase the value of the amount vested and ultimately leave you with even more money. Let us start with the most predictable of the options, a ...
How Much Life Insurance Do I Actually Need?
Blog Author: Tom PetersonWhen it comes to life insurance, it is essential to define what you want to protect in the event of your passing. Determine your goal: perhaps you want to leave a legacy with a loved one or make sure that there are no unpaid debts for your family to remain responsible for. Let’s look at what to ...
Staying Connected with Family Near and Far
Blog Author: Kari MelloneThere are so many ways to utilize technology to ensure we stay close and connected to loved ones who are away. Video Chats and Zoom events have become rituals for families with time zone challenges. These meetings are free on popular platforms and devices, and as such, they are ideal for ...
Dental care is essential to our overall health. When considering having dental work or dental implants done, remember first to check what dental coverage your current insurance provides. As of early 2026, most Medicare Advantage plans have dropped coverage for dental implants again.
Traveling with Medicare Advantage: What You Need to Know
Blog Author: Kathy IngulsrudAre you eager to check off a list of desired places on your travel bucket list? We look forward to hearing about your plans! As you buy your tickets and pack your bags, here are some planning considerations for traveling with Medicare Advantage plans.
How to Stay Safe and Beat the Heat This Summer
Blog Author: Kathy IngulsrudSummer! The season that makes us forget the cold of the previous months. The season that brings sports, graduations, outdoor activities, gardens, the Minnesota State Fair, and all sorts of fun in the sun. Fun that is, as long as we are protected from the heat.
An annuity can play an important role in your retirement. Whether you are trying to increase your retirement savings, control some tax exposure while accumulating, or need guaranteed income, there are annuity solutions that you should consider. Let’s have a look at what an annuity is, the different ...
