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Being a Bankers Life customer comes with perks! That’s because your policy may give you access to complimentary services or discounts that you can use year-round. Read here for four ways you may be able to get more from your Bankers Life policy.

4 ways to get more from your Bankers Life policy - Bankers Life Blog When you’re a Bankers Life customer, you can count on us to be by your side every step of the way as you enter and navigate retirement. We’ll help protect Being a Bankers Life customer has its perks! Check out these complimentary services and discounts many of our policyholders enjoy.

Are you diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or caring for a loved one with the disease? Read on to ensure that you have access to safe and equitable care options.

Providing Equity in Alzheimer’s Care - Bankers Life Blog Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can provide unique challenges for patients and caregivers alike underrepresented and underserved communities. In A dementia diagnosis is difficult, particularly for those from diverse communities who already face challenging obtaining care options.

Despite the steep costs of long-term care, 79% of middle-income Boomers haven’t saved for their future long-term care needs. Long-term care insurance can help you control the costs, and where you receive care.

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Realities of Long-Term Care | Bankers Life Despite the steep costs of long-term care, 79% of middle-income Boomers haven’t saved for their future long-term care needs. Long-term care insurance can hel...

Baby boomers are passing wealth to the next generation at a staggering rate. This article explores the origins of this phenomenon and the potential outcomes as things progress.

Understanding the Baby Boomer Wealth Transfer Era The U.S. is in the midst of a baby boomer wealth transfer — and that will impact everybody. See what's behind this money in motion and why it matters.

Recent supply chain issues and world events have boosted inflation and increased prices on many common household goods and services. Check out our blog for tips on how to control your spending and save on purchases!

Inflation Busters: Tips for Stretching Your Dollars - Bankers Life Blog Recent supply chain issues and world events have boosted inflation and increased prices on many common household goods and services. While most experts Inflation is a drain on family finances, which can be especially difficult on a fixed budget. These tips can help you to stretch your money further.

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Figuring out when you or a spouse are eligible for Medicare can be a challenging process. Let’s take some time to bust the myths and misconceptions around eligibility!

Misconceptions About Ages and Medicare: What If Your Spouse is 65 And You Aren’t? Misconceptions About Ages and Medicare: What If Your Spouse is 65 And You Aren’t? Updated Oct 17 2022 2 to 3 mins read Enrolling in Medicare and choosing the right plan to suit your needs can be quite challenging, yet, understanding the age that you are eligible to enroll can be even more confusin...

Medicare plan coverage may not change much from year-to-year, but costs can. Let’s take a look at why it’s important to review your Medicare coverage options each year. You just may save some money and find a plan that better fits your needs.

Why Not Comparing Your Medicare Options Could Be a Mistake Why Not Comparing Your Medicare Options Could Be a Mistake Updated Oct 31 2022 2 to 3 mins read Once you’ve enrolled in Medicare you may think your work is done but reviewing your Medicare plan options every year during open enrollment may ensure that your co-pays, deductibles and coverage are not...

Despite the fact that most empty nesters have fewer financial obligations than they did when their children were young, it’s still important for most to have life insurance coverage. Check out our blog for six reasons why.

Life insurance for empty nesters - Bankers Life Blog Should parents of adult children keep their life insurance coverage? Here’s what empty nesters need to know.

Graduating college soon and wondering what’s next? Join me at Bankers Life! No experience is needed to launch a successful career here. That’s because Bankers Life provides award-winning training that’s designed to set you up for success. Let me know if you have questions!

Happy Halloween! Don’t let this fact scare you…there are ways you can curb your out-of-pocket spending on health care in retirement! Let’s talk about your options during Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period, which runs now through December 7.

Have you heard that there are different enrollment periods and plans for Medicare, but you aren’t sure which ones apply to you? Read on to learn more!

EP, IEP, OEP, SEP…Your Medicare Enrollment Period Glossary AEP, IEP, OEP, SEP…Your Medicare Enrollment Period Glossary Updated Sep 12 2022 2 to 3 mins read Medicare can be confusing enough but add all the different enrollment periods and, well, your head can spin with all the acronyms and different timing . We’ve got you covered with what you need to kn...

Determining when to enroll in Medicare and which plan to select can be confusing. Read on to fully understand what Open Enrollment is and when to act.

When is the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP)? When is the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP)? Updated Aug 15 2022 2 to 3 mins read Medicare can be a challenge for seniors to navigate and understanding the timing of open enrollment can be particularly confusing but we’ve got you covered! Read on to fully understand when Medicare Open Enroll...

Women are more likely to outlive their male spouses—meaning, if you’re a woman, the financial decisions may be left to you. Start preparing now with these tips to bolster retirement planning.

National Retirement Planning Week: Women and Saving - Bankers Life Blog National Retirement Security Week happens each year in October, and there’s no better time to make sure your retirement plan is in tip-top shape. This is If you’re a woman, saving for retirement is especially important, and there’s no better time to begin than National Retirement Security Week...

From inflation to the pandemic to “unretirement,” there are many new trends impacting the landscape of retirement planning. Get the scoop here.

National Retirement Planning Week: Women and Saving - Bankers Life Blog National Retirement Security Week happens each year in October, and there’s no better time to make sure your retirement plan is in tip-top shape. This is If you’re a woman, saving for retirement is especially important, and there’s no better time to begin than National Retirement Security Week...

Has someone you love been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease? Our tips will help you to care for them while also caring for yourself.

Coping When a Family Member is Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s - Bankers Life Blog According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. Early When a loved one receives an Alzheimer’s diagnosis it can be scary and overwhelming to navigate their needs while managing your own.

Helping a loved one with Alzheimer’s isn’t easy, but with a few simple tips, some of the stress can be reduced.

Coping When a Family Member is Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s - Bankers Life Blog According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. Early When a loved one receives an Alzheimer’s diagnosis it can be scary and overwhelming to navigate their needs while managing your own.

Are you feeling confused by all of the different Medicare enrollment periods? Take a look at our handy glossary, and bookmark the page to refer back to when needed. https://www.myhealthpolicy.com/Articles/Money-and-Budgeting/Medicare-Enrollment-Period-Glossary

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If the miles separate you from your grandkids, you know how challenging it can be, but take heart! Here are our top tips to keep that special connection alive no matter what age or stage your grandkids are in!

Long-Distance Grandparenting: Tips to Connect with Grandchildren When You’re Miles Apart Long-Distance Grandparenting: Tips to Connect with Grandchildren When You’re Miles Apart Updated Mar 28 2022 3 to 4 mins read Don’t let long-distance grandparenting prevent you from bonding and creating lasting memories with your grandchildren. These tips will help! Grandparenting is one of the ...

Are you responsible for caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s? Let’s talk about ways that you can reduce the burden while helping them, and you, live a full and happy life.

Coping When a Family Member is Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s - Bankers Life Blog According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. Early When a loved one receives an Alzheimer’s diagnosis it can be scary and overwhelming to navigate their needs while managing your own.

We’re breaking down four key questions you should ask — and explaining the answers you’re looking for. Read here: https://www.myhealthpolicy.com/Articles/Money-and-Budgeting/4-questions-to-ask-before-joining-a-Medicare-Advantage-plan

Learn why financial literacy is especially important for the Latinx community who face a significant wealth inequity in the United States.

The Importance of Financial Literacy for the Latinx Community - Bankers Life Blog National Hispanic Heritage Month (NHHM) runs from September 15 to October 15. NHHM celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American Learn why financial literacy is especially important for the Latinx community who face a significant wealth inequity in the United States.

Financial literacy is especially important for those in the Latinx community as they face a wealth gap. Read more here.

The Importance of Financial Literacy for the Latinx Community - Bankers Life Blog National Hispanic Heritage Month (NHHM) runs from September 15 to October 15. NHHM celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American Learn why financial literacy is especially important for the Latinx community who face a significant wealth inequity in the United States.

From diet to exercise to managing stress, taking care of yourself doesn’t stop once you retire. In fact, it’s more important than ever. Here’s what you need to know.

What Does Wellbeing Look Like in Retirement? - Bankers Life Blog Maintaining your physical and mental health becomes more important than ever as you age. But when you lack the structure and schedule you had As you age, your health becomes more important than ever. Learn how you can improve your wellbeing in retirement.

Your physical and mental health becomes more important than ever as you age. Get a list of actionable strategies to improve your health and maintain overall wellbeing.

What Does Wellbeing Look Like in Retirement? - Bankers Life Blog Maintaining your physical and mental health becomes more important than ever as you age. But when you lack the structure and schedule you had As you age, your health becomes more important than ever. Learn how you can improve your wellbeing in retirement.

Deciding to work past retirement years isn’t an easy choice, but knowing the benefits and downsides can help you make the decision that’s right for you.

Unretirement: Is it Right for You? - Bankers Life Blog The cost of living is soaring, retirement funds have dipped with recent stock market uncertainty and the job market is booming. Many employers are Older adults are reinventing retirement rules. Many are working later in life, continuing to remain self-employed, some are even reentering the workforce...

Are you planning to leave the workforce when you retire, or have you considered continuing to work? Let’s talk about what you need to consider as you make this important decision.

Unretirement: Is it Right for You? - Bankers Life Blog The cost of living is soaring, retirement funds have dipped with recent stock market uncertainty and the job market is booming. Many employers are Older adults are reinventing retirement rules. Many are working later in life, continuing to remain self-employed, some are even reentering the workforce...