Storm Insurance

How to prepare your home and finances from summer storms.

Survive the Medicare Enrollment Maze

Miss an enrollment deadline for Medicare, and you could end up with no medical coverage for months and a lifetime of penalties.

Some Can Switch Medicare Advantage Plans Mid-Year

Those with access to a five-star plan don't have to wait until open enrollment to switch to it.

Bargain With Hospitals to Slash Big Bills

You have several options to seek a better deal on health care costs.

5 Costly Retirement Surprises

The reality of retirement may have a few shocks in store for you.

A Prescription to Pay Retiree Health Costs

Health care is a significant line item in a retiree's budget. These strategies can help ease the pain of medical costs.

Switching Medicare Plans Outside of Open Enrollment

If you want to change your Medicare plan, it's not too late -- but you'll need to act by February 14.

New Rates for Social Security Benefits, Medicare Premiums in 2012

The first increase for inflation since 2009 offsets a Medicare premium hike.

Year-End Moves to Avoid the Medicare High-Income Surcharge

Take these steps to lower your income so you won't have to pay higher Part B and D premiums than other beneficiaries.

High-Income Seniors Hit With Medicare Surcharge

You'll have to pay more for Part B and Part D if your income tops a certain level.

Future of Medicare Up for Debate

Workers approaching retirement -- and many current retirees -- should plan to sock away more money for future health care costs.

How to Compare Medicare Advantage Plans

Follow this step-by-step guide for using Medicare's Plan Finder tool to search for the best all-in-one medical and drug coverage.

Lower Drug Costs in the Doughnut Hole

The coverage gap in the Part D prescription-drug plan has started closing through a combination of government subsidies and drug-company discounts.

How to Use Medicare's Plan Finder Tool

This step-by-step guide will help you take advantage of a great online resource for comparing plans.

Season for Medicare Open Enrollment

Before sticking with your current plan, check out all your Medicare options. You may find a better deal.

How to Compare Medicare Policies

State programs can help you pick a plan over the phone or in person.

Free Credit Score Catch

Lenders must reveal your credit score free if you are denied credit or charged a higher rate.

New Deadlines for Medicare Choices

Open enrollment starts a month earlier this year -- so expect information about your options to arrive soon.

How to Find Doctors Who Accept Medicare

Start your search online and be willing to switch plans to get access to a bigger network of providers.

The Good News on Social Security

All that’s needed are some nips and tucks to get the supplemental retirement program on a sounder financial path. The tougher problems are with Medicare and Medicaid.

So Long, Speaker Boehner?

With tea partyers reluctant to negotiate, he has only bad choices as the default deadline looms.

Don't Waste Your Money: The Rules Changed

You didn't do your homework.

Time to Tackle the Budget Deficit

Bipartisan ideas are credible, but are Americans ready for such strong medicine?

Boost Yield on Savings

One way to balance risk and return for short-term savings is with Vanguard Wellesley Income Fund.

Time Running Out to Switch Medicare Plans

And you'll have fewer options this year than last.

Why Are My Medicare Premiums So High?

A few groups are paying more for Part B this year.

Help With High Drug Costs

Out-of-pocket costs for participants in the Medicare Part D program will shrink in 2011.

Best Ways to Fill the Gaps in Medicare Coverage

The Best List 2010

We choose standouts in stocks, funds, credit cards, travel, tech, cars and more.

Pick the Best Medicare Advantage Plan for You

Two new resources can help you compare your options.

How to Lower Medicare Costs

If your premiums are rising, consider these alternatives.

How Much You'll Pay
For Medicare in 2011

Some beneficiaries will face higher costs each month for coverage in the New Year.

How to Avoid the Medicare High-Income Surcharge

If your income has dropped since 2009, you may be able to eliminate the surcharge on Part D prescription-drug coverage.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Comparing Your Medicare Options

Learn how to use Medicare's Plan Finder tool to find the best plan for you.

4 Key Changes to Medicare Drug Coverage

Here's what to look for when reviewing your Part D options during open enrollment this year.

Show Me the Dividends

S&P’s "dividend aristocrats" have lifted their cash payouts for at least 25 straight years.

Insurance Break for Early Retirees

Uncle Sam will reimburse some medical claims.

Lower Your Prescription-Drug Costs

These three strategies will help you save money when you're in the Medicare Part D doughnut hole.

Boost Your Score

Kim Lankford answers your questions on improving your credit rating, prolonging health-care coverage, retrieving college savings, and claiming the prescription-drug rebate.

Congress to Weigh Options for Reducing Federal Debt

Hard choices on Social Security, Medicare, defense and taxes can’t be avoided much longer.