How Much Does a Funeral Cost?
A funeral before a burial costs an average of $7,848, plus an extra $5,100 for a burial plot and headstone. A funeral with cremation costs... Read More
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Where Homeowners Insurance Rates Are Rising the Fastest in 2023
Through the middle of March, premiums increased by an average of 2.8% across the U.S. — highest in New Mexico, Arizona and South Dakota.... Read More
Galveston, Beaumont and Dallas Are the Most Dangerous Texas Cities for Pedestrians
37.6% of pedestrian fatalities in Texas between 2016 and 2020 occurred on an interstate or U.S. highway, while another 28.8% happened on a... Read More
How to Dual Qualify for Medicare and Medicaid
If you meet the eligibility requirements of both Medicare and Medicaid, you can be covered by both programs and may drastically reduce the... Read More
Can Insurers Lead the Way on Gun Control? 75% of Americans Think So — Especially Gen Zers, 6-Figure Earners and Those With Young Kids
Across generations, regardless of firearm ownership, millennials are the most likely to say they feel safer with a... Read More
Medicare vs. Private Health Insurance: Which Is Better?
Medicare is usually better than private health insurance because Medicare offers high-quality coverage at an affordable... Read More
What Is a Medicare SNP and How Does It Work?
Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are a type of Medicare Advantage plan for people with specific health needs, like a chronic condition or needing... Read More
Does Health Insurance Cover Weight Loss Surgery?
Many health insurance plans cover weight loss surgery. Coverage depends on the kind of surgery you get, where you live and your plan... Read More
What Is a Health Insurance Premium?
A health insurance premium is the money you pay monthly to buy and keep a health insurance policy. The premiums you pay depend on factors... Read More