Unlike full-time workers, freelancers typically aren’t entitled to paid sick days or vacation time. Being unexpectedly unable to work for a few weeks can deal a serious blow to a freelancer’s budget. Disability insurance can help decrease the burden of dealing with an unanticipated injury or illness.
Read MorePregnancy involves much anticipation, preparation and uncertainty. Expectant moms know they ought to eat well, but there are many aspects of pregnancy and preparation for life beyond that are not as clear. Everyone’s experience is unique, and, for most people, navigating what comes next—not only the changes a baby brings, but also immediate questions about leave and health benefits—can be an unfamiliar and complicated process.
Read MoreWant to get the most our of your disability coverage? Learn how Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Long-Term Disability Insurance Work Together
Read MoreMaternity/parental leave rules vary widely by employer and by state. Talk to your human resources manager to find out what your resources are at both an employer and state level.
Read MoreAre you at risk of disability? Despite confidence in your own health, there may be some hidden risks that could increase your likelihood of missing work due to a disability. Today we look at a few signs that you may be at a higher risk of having a disability claim in your future.
Read MoreHow would you finance an unexpected disability? Here are three other ways to potentially cope with replacing your lost income when you’re out of work due to a disability.
Read MoreDid you know more than half of the American workforce has no private disability insurance? Disability insurance replaces a portion of your income if you are unable to work due to an illness or injury.
Read MoreDespite sounding too good to be true (which they are), this bad diet advice was adopted—then abandoned—by numerous people trying to modify their diet in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle and smaller waistline. Here are three of the worst dieting tips which have remained popular over the decades.
Read MoreHow much raising a child costs? According to The U.S. Department of Agriculture $233,610 from birth through age 17. Here we share five ways to decrease the cost of raising a child.
Read MoreYou have started to budget. That is a major step in financial responsibility. Here are a few of the more common expenses that many people forget to budget for. The good news? Budgets are not set in stone, so if you forget this time, you will remember next time.
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