5 Retirement Changes Coming in 2026 That Every American Needs to Prepare For

Five major retirement changes are expected in 2026 and you should not avoid the changes. The Social Security benefit will increase by 2.8 percent, but the increase in Medicare costs and rising daily costs could quickly eat up a lot of the increase. However, Medicare Part B premiums will rise to just $200 a month. 401(k) as … Read more

Retirees on Social Security Could Be in for a Huge Disappointment in 2026. Here’s Why.

Retirement age retirees who rely dependent on Social Security could be in for a big disappointment in 2026, as the increase in your benefits will appear more attractive on paper than in your pocket. The official 2.8 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to 2026 may sound like a substantial increase, however once the increased Medicare costs as well … Read more

Getting a New Medicare Advantage Plan in 2026? 3 Things to Be on the Lookout For

You’ll be turning 65 in the near future or perhaps you’re in Medicare and considering Medicare Benefit plans in 2026. Since Open Enrollment kicking off October 15 and continuing through December 7th, you’ve got only a short time to change or choose an alternative plan that begins the 1st of January. But wait a second, things are … Read more

Missouri’s Medicaid Funded Home Care Option

Imagine that you’re faced with a difficult decision: go to an assisted living facility or seek help right in your home. Missouri’s Medicaid program, known as MO HealthNet, helps by providing home care services that are funded that allow you to stay at home and continue receiving the care you require. Recent updates to 2025 improve the … Read more

New Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Expands Telehealth Services

Are you currently on Medicare and don’t like having to take your self to a doctor’s appointment every single time? It’s time to rejoice! The 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule has simplified life by extending the scope of telehealth to a wide extent. From January 1, you will be able to avoid more trips to appointments to … Read more

Minimum wage will go up in 22 states in 2026, Is Tennessee among them? What to know

A headline appears to scroll over: minimum wage hikes will be affecting 22 states by 2026. In Tennessee where you make close to the federal $7.25 hourly rate and you’re wondering whether your pay will get an increase next year. Millions of people across the U.S. ask the same since the cost of rent or food items, … Read more

Medicaid Cuts Reversed: What Governor Stein’s U-Turn Means for You

In the face of mounting legal costs as well as political pressure and a growing public outrage, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has now reversed course and completely reversed his Medicaid reductions in payments. If you depend on Medicaid take this as an important moment of relief. the 3%-10 percent reductions in reimbursement that were announced … Read more