Benzel Insurance & Planning

Benzel Insurance & Planning Serving KY, IN, and IA. Education first. Advocacy always.

Independent licensed insurance agent helping individuals understand Medicare, life insurance, and final expense options through clear education and year-round support.

08/28/2026

You're settling in for the evening, there's absolutely nowhere you have to be, and calories don't count tonight.

What's your go-to snack?

Chips and dip?

Popcorn?

Cheese and crackers?

Something sweet?

Or are you the person who somehow turns "a little snack" into an entire meal?

I'm definitely interested in that last category.

Tell me your ultimate Friday-night snack in the comments. I may need some new ideas for this weekend!

270-200-6929
benzelconsulting.com
Serving IA, IN, & KY
Education first. Advocacy always.

08/27/2026

Keep your important Medicare information together in one place.

It sounds simple, but having a folder or binder specifically for Medicare can save you a lot of frustration when you actually need something.

Consider keeping things like your Medicare notices, plan information, prescription list, doctors' contact information, and other important healthcare paperwork together.

And here's the important part: don't automatically throw away a Medicare notice just because you don't understand it.

Some notices contain important information about your coverage, costs, or rights.

If you receive a Medicare notice you're unsure about, call or text me at 270-200-6929 before tossing it. I'm happy to help you figure out what it means and whether you need to do anything.

270-200-6929
benzelconsulting.com
Serving IA, IN, & KY
Education first. Advocacy always.

Help me settle a debate! What colors are these two plates? What color is the plate with the pizza and what color is the ...
08/25/2026

Help me settle a debate! What colors are these two plates? What color is the plate with the pizza and what color is the plate with the pizza cutter?

08/24/2026

Planning a trip? Don't forget to think about your healthcare coverage before you leave home.

How your Medicare coverage works while traveling can depend on the type of coverage you have and where you're going.

That can be especially important if you spend part of the year in another state, regularly visit family away from home, or simply love to travel.

Before choosing Medicare coverage, think beyond the doctors you see at home. Your lifestyle matters, too.

If travel is an important part of your life, call or text me at 270-200-6929. We can talk about your Medicare options and the questions you should be asking before choosing coverage.

270-200-6929
benzelconsulting.com
Serving IA, IN, & KY
Education first. Advocacy always.

08/23/2026

Here's a question we probably don't ask each other often enough:

What's something GOOD happening in your life right now?

It doesn't have to be something huge.

Maybe you're looking forward to a visit from family. You finally finished a project. Your garden is doing well. You started a new job. You're planning a trip. Or maybe you simply had a really good week.

There's plenty of bad news competing for our attention every day, so let's fill the comments with some good news instead.

Tell me one good thing happening in your life right now. I'd genuinely love to hear it!

270-200-6929
benzelconsulting.com
Serving IA, IN, & KY
Education first. Advocacy always.

08/22/2026

You know you've lived in a small town when directions don't require an address.

"Turn where the old gas station used to be."

"It's across from the church."

"Go past the Johnson place and if you hit the water tower, you've gone too far."

And somehow...everyone knows exactly where you're talking about.

Iowa, Indiana, and Kentucky have all given me plenty of experience with small-town directions.

What's the funniest or most ridiculous set of directions you've ever given—or actually understood? Tell me in the comments!

270-200-6929
benzelconsulting.com
Serving IA, IN, & KY
Education first. Advocacy always.

08/21/2026

Fun Friday question...

You're invited to a backyard cookout and told you don't have to bring a thing.

What's the ONE food you're hoping is on that table when you get there?

Burgers? Brats? Deviled eggs? Potato salad? Baked beans? Corn on the cob? Maybe somebody's famous homemade dessert?

And don't say "all of it." You have to pick one!

Tell me your must-have cookout food in the comments. I'm curious to see if Iowa, Indiana, and Kentucky can agree on this one!

270-200-6929
benzelconsulting.com
Serving IA, IN, & KY
Education first. Advocacy always.

08/20/2026

Most people don't wake up excited to talk about final expenses.

I get it.

But planning ahead isn't really about the end of your life. It's about taking care of the people you love while you're still here to make those decisions for yourself.

Funeral costs, outstanding bills, and other final expenses don't simply disappear. Without a plan, those responsibilities may fall to the people you leave behind.

Final expense insurance is one option that may help families prepare for those costs.

If you've been putting this conversation off, call or text me at 270-200-6929. I'll explain your options, answer your questions, and help you decide whether final expense coverage makes sense for you.

270-200-6929
benzelconsulting.com
Serving IA, IN, & KY
Education first. Advocacy always.

08/19/2026

Medicare Minute: Your prescriptions matter when comparing Medicare plans.

Two plans may look very similar at first glance, but that doesn't necessarily mean they'll cover your medications the same way.

Prescription drug formularies can vary from one plan to another. Your medication may also be placed on a different tier, have different requirements, or cost more under one plan than another.

That's why I don't believe in choosing coverage based only on what works for a friend, neighbor, or even your spouse.

Your medications are part of YOUR Medicare picture.

If you'd like help reviewing how your prescriptions fit with your Medicare coverage, call or text me at 270-200-6929 to schedule a no-cost review.

270-200-6929
benzelconsulting.com
Serving IA, IN, & KY
Education first. Advocacy always.

08/16/2026

Sundays have a way of reminding us to slow down.

Before the busyness of another week begins, take a few minutes to appreciate the little things.

A good cup of coffee.

A conversation with someone you love.

A quiet walk.

A beautiful sunrise.

Those simple moments often become the ones we remember most.

What's one thing you're looking forward to this week? Share it in the comments, and let's cheer each other on!

270-200-6929
benzelconsulting.com
Serving IA, IN, & KY
Education first. Advocacy always.

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