How Health Insurance Works with Multiple Plans

Posted: March 10, 2024

Navigating the intricacies of health insurance can be challenging, especially when dealing with multiple plans. Understanding how different plans interact is essential for maximizing coverage and avoiding potential pitfalls. This guide provides specific information on how health insurance works when you have multiple plans. Primary and Secondary Coverage When you have multiple health insurance plans, one plan typically serves as the primary coverage, and the...

When to Consider an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust

Posted: March 7, 2024

Life insurance is a crucial financial tool that provides a safety net for your loved ones in the event of your passing. However, simply purchasing a life insurance policy may not be enough to ensure maximum benefits for your heirs. One strategic approach to consider is setting up an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT). Let’s delve into the key factors that signal when it’s time...

Solar Eclipse Safety: 3 Things To Know

Posted: March 7, 2024

Here comes the sun…On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross over parts of Mexico, the United States and Canada. United States cities from Texas to Maine are considered to be in the “path of totality,” including Erie, Pennsylvania, where Erie Insurance’s Home Office is located. While a solar eclipse doesn’t bring the type of immediate destruction you’d see from other natural...

Is Life Insurance Taxable?

Posted: March 6, 2024

Life insurance is a great way to ensure financial security for your loved ones. However, one question that often arises is whether or not life insurance proceeds are taxable. In general, life insurance proceeds are not taxable, but there are some exceptions to the rule, so let’s explore how different types of policies may be treated for tax purposes. When Is Life Insurance Not Taxable?The...

Cybersecurity Tips for a Safe Digital Experience

Posted: March 4, 2024

In today’s digital age, where technology plays a central role in our daily lives, ensuring cybersecurity is more important than ever. Safeguarding your online presence requires you to be proactive and have a vigilant mindset. Explore the following cybersecurity tips to enhance your digital safety. Regularly Update Your Software Keeping your software up to date is a fundamental step in fortifying your digital defenses. Software...