Are you either unhappy with your agent or unhappy with your current health plan? If yes, keep reading as there are many upcoming 2025 health insurance changes ahead that your agent/broker should be sharing with you! There are 2 worlds, Traditional (Obamacare) and Non-traditional health insurance! See below what’s in store for most of you with Obama Care traditional insurance…read more →
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed legislation that would cap the out-of-pocket cost of insulin at $35 a month for people with a group or private health insurance. While the measure still must pass a vote in the Senate, it has broad backing after the cost of insulin has skyrocketed in recent years. People who formerly paid less than…read more →
As of the writing of this week’s column, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy was granted an extension to negotiate with lawmakers on two bills to legalize and decriminalize marijuana in New Jersey. This is after the measures passed both houses of Legislature on 12/17/2020. “Voters overwhelmingly support the legalization of cannabis and we are taking every step necessary to assure…read more →
I probably watch too much news these days. It’s not easy to find positive articles. People often say, “when the dust settles, I’m going to do this or that.” The dust has begun to settle. What are YOU doing? The other day, I texted one of my Rockaway clients to check-in and see how he and his wife were doing. …read more →
Due to Covid-19, millions of Americans are or will be working from home starting this week. Follow these Lucky 7 tips in order to have a successful work from the home transition: Bring the office home: Make sure you have specific office supplies on stock at home in addition to more food. Designate a desk: A fixed workstation is an…read more →
The Coronavirus is here in the USA and has already proven deadly in Washington state! Do you think you know all about it? Read these 7 debunked myths and find out for yourself. Surgical masks will protect me from the virus: Surgical face masks are not designed to block out virus particles nor do they lay flat on the face. …read more →
The winter is a time when many folks (especially in cold weather states) hibernate and gain weight. Diet fads and quick weight loss schemes rarely work. Changing habits and lifestyle choices are a better way to approach the issue. Be realistic: Setting unrealistic goals that won’t be achieved is a good way to get depressed and gain weight. Set modest…read more →
Crazy things can happen in split seconds especially with kids back in school. Follow these Hands-Only CPR steps to save a life. It might be yours one day! Take charge & delegate: Have one person call 911 on speakerphone, one wait for the ambulance and one get the AED (external defibrillator). Check their breathing: You want to check their breathing…read more →
If your parents are getting older and have begun to develop medical problems, now may be a good time to accompany them on their doctor’s visits. The following tips can help you make the most out of those visits. 1. Look for signs: If they can’t remember what happened on their last visit or the reason for medications, it’s probably…read more →
What if you could make some simple lifestyle changes that could result in major weight loss, lowering cholesterol and/or improving blood pressure readings all without medication or fad diets? Here’s how! Drink Plenty of Water: Generally, adults should be consuming about 2-3 liters/day minimum to stay at peak mental and physical performance. Water keeps you hydrated, curbs your appetite and…read more →
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