Tag: Premiums

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Making Sense of Medicare: What You Need to Know Before Open Enrollment Ends (Ep. 144)

Making Sense of Medicare: What You Need to Know Before Open Enrollment Ends (Ep. 144)

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Turning 65 comes with many decisions, and few are as important or confusing as Medicare. 

Between Parts A, B, D, Medigap, and Advantage plans, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by choices and costs.

In this episode, Peter Raskin explains how Medicare works, what each part covers, and how to make informed decisions during open enrollment. He breaks down the differences between Medigap and Medicare Advantage, highlights how income can affect premiums, and shares tips for staying flexible as your health or lifestyle changes.

Peter discusses:

  • The basics of Medicare Parts A, B, and D, and what they actually cover
  • The difference between Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans, and how to decide which is right for you
  • How the open enrollment period from October 15 to December 7 allows changes to plans and coverage
  • How IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount) can increase premiums based on income
  • Why reviewing your coverage annually is key to keeping up with life changes, travel, and evolving health needs
  • And more!

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This is not intended to be a substitute for professional investment advice. Always seek the advice of your financial adviser or other qualified financial service providers with any questions you may have regarding your investment planning.

Securities and investment advisory services offered through Osaic Wealth, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Osaic Wealth is separately owned, and other entities and/or marketing names, products, or services referenced here are independent of Osaic Wealth.

Osaic Wealth, Inc. and its representatives do not offer tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax or legal professionals regarding their specific circumstances.

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Protecting Wealth Through Insurance with Robert Mansfield, CPCU (Ep. 141)

Protecting Wealth Through Insurance with Robert Mansfield, CPCU (Ep. 141)

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Insurance can feel like a maze of jargon, rising costs, and confusing policies, but it’s also one of the most important tools for protecting wealth.

How do you know if your coverage is enough? When should you shop around, raise deductibles, or consider umbrella protection?

In this episode, Peter Raskin talks with longtime friend Robert Mansfield, CPCU, Senior Vice President at HUB International New England, about the essentials of property and liability insurance. Together, they unpack the reasons behind soaring premiums, the critical role of umbrella coverage, strategies for handling claims, and the growing need to protect against scams and fraud.

Key takeaways:

  • The difference between insurance agents and brokers, and why working with a broker puts the client first
  • Why premiums for homeowners and auto insurance are rising and the impact of reinsurance and natural disasters
  • The importance of umbrella coverage for protecting assets beyond basic policies
  • Practical strategies for managing deductibles, filing claims, and reviewing coverage regularly
  • How scams and fraud are evolving, and why prevention and awareness are essential for families and businesses
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Robert Mansfield, CPCU, Senior Vice President at HUB International New England, is a seasoned insurance advisor with more than four decades of experience in property and liability coverage. Starting his career in the mail room of his family’s agency in 1977, he gained hands-on knowledge of every part of the business. Today, he works with individuals, families, and organizations, helping clients protect their homes, vehicles, valuables, and assets with the right coverage and guidance.

This is not intended to be a substitute for professional investment advice. Always seek the advice of your financial adviser or other qualified financial service providers with any questions you may have regarding your investment planning.

Securities and investment advisory services offered through Osaic Wealth, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Osaic Wealth is separately owned, and other entities and/or marketing names, products, or services referenced here are independent of Osaic Wealth.

Osaic Wealth, Inc. and its representatives do not offer tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax or legal professionals regarding their specific circumstances.