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01/21/2023

For many people, especially those with spouses and children, buying life insurance can be an important part of being financially responsible and making sure their family is provided for should the worst happen. The first step in determining whether you … Continue reading → The post What You Need...

10/11/2022

Come out and support Preston Brown Jr. in his run for 21st Ward Alderman on Saturday. October 15th from 1pm-4pm at 9946 S. Halsted St.

08/22/2021

A federal court in the Northern District of Illinois has permanently enjoined a Chicago, Illinois, tax return preparer from preparing returns for others and from owning or operating any tax return preparation business in the future.

03/15/2021

Find when and how we sent your 2021 Economic Impact Payment with the Get My Payment tool.

The first batch of payments will be sent by direct deposit, which some recipients started receiving as early as March 12.

Additional batches of payments will be sent in the coming weeks by direct deposit and through the mail as a check or debit card.

Use Get My Payment to get information about your payment status and payment type.

02/11/2021

Medicare covers FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines.

Your costs in Original Medicare

You pay nothing for this vaccine if you have Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) or you're enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C). Be sure to bring your Medicare card so your health care provider or pharmacy can bill Medicare.

If you have Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) only, you pay nothing for this vaccine, but some providers or pharmacies may still charge an administration fee for giving you the shot. Check with the provider or pharmacy who gives you the vaccine to see if they charge this fee.

Get important info on COVID-19 vaccine insurance coverage, covered through Medicare Part B. Reduce coronavirus risk, get COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more.

01/29/2021

You can have more than one life insurance policy. And there actually are a variety of reasons why you might want to have more than one policy. “Insurance policies are not one-size fits all,” says Erin Ardleigh, founder and president of Dynama Insurance. “You might want to have more than one po...

01/21/2021

Did you miss your Initial Enrollment Period around your 65th birthday? You can sign up for Medicare Part A and/or Part B during the General Enrollment Period, which runs from January 1 – March 31. https://go.cms.gov/3omf76Y

01/21/2021

Important reminders about vaccine scams:

1. Don’t pay to put your name on a list to get the vaccine or for early access—it’s a scam.

2. Don’t share your personal or financial info if someone promises access to the vaccine.

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10/12/2020

09/02/2020

What's the difference between the two?

It's important to know where to go when you're dealing with an illness or injury. Let's look at the difference between an urgent care center and an emergency room to help you choose the right care.

If you need immediate medical attention, your first thought may be to go to the emergency room (ER). But if your condition isn't serious or life-threatening, you may have a less expensive choice. An urgent care center provides quality care like an ER, but can save you hundreds of dollars.

If you have a life threatening situation, go to your nearest emergency room or call 911.

Find out when to go to urgent care, and when you should head for the emergency room when you're dealing with an illness or injury.

09/02/2020

Founded in 1936, Guarantee Trust has provided a portfolio of health, accident, life and special risk insurance to individuals and families for over 80 years. Learn…

08/11/2020

Assuming Medicare will cover all your needs as a retiree is a big mistake. Before you retire, look closely at what Medicare will actually do. You can then decide just how much you need to save for healthcare costs. You can also look into Medigap or Medicare Advantage Plans or to consider long-term care insurance.

While it's never fun to think about costly health issues, understanding Medicare and preparing for your needs as a senior will help ensure you don't drain your nest egg trying to stay healthy.

You need to know the truth about Medicare so you can be financially prepared.