Understanding Open Enrollment: When and How to Review Your Health Insurance Options
Posted: July 10, 2026
Once a year, most people have the opportunity to review their health insurance and make changes to their coverage—a period known as open enrollment. Whether you get your health insurance through an employer or purchase it through the health insurance marketplace, open enrollment is your window to reassess your needs, compare plan options, and make adjustments before a new coverage year begins. Taking the time...
Life Insurance for Stay-at-Home Parents: Why Unpaid Work Has Real Financial Value
Posted: July 7, 2026
When families think about life insurance, the conversation often focuses on the household's primary income earner. But what about the parent who stays home to raise the children, manage the household, and care for the family? The work performed by a stay-at-home parent has real financial value—and if that parent were no longer around, the surviving family members might face significant costs to replace those...
Myths & Facts About Pumping Gas
Posted: July 5, 2026
For some reason, pumping gas tends to produce a lot of misconceptions. For instance, many people mistakenly believe that filling up in the morning at the day’s lowest temperature can put more gas in your tank. For the facts on this myth and others, continue reading. Facts and myths at a glance Don't smoke while pumping gas. Avoid distractions like texting while fueling. Stay outside...