Category Archives: Insurance

Why I Won’t Buy Long-Term Care Insurance

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Doug Nordman

Note:  My Dad passed away on 18 November 2017 from end-stage Alzheimer’s.  This post is about my experiences with his insurance during the years 2011-2014. There are hundreds of posts on the pros and cons of long-term care insurance, but … Continue reading →

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“Do I Really Need Servicemembers Group Life Insurance?”

Posted on September 25, 2014 by Doug Nordman

A reader asks about the post how much life insurance is necessary: I just thought of a follow-up question to this article because it really got me thinking about getting rid of our SGLI coverage. What kind of benefits will … Continue reading →

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How Much Life Insurance Do You Need?

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Doug Nordman

A reader writes: Hey Nords! Hope all is well. Update: I got denied for TERA and promptly got an assignment (my first choice) 24 hours later, so I can’t complain too much. Question for you if you don’t mind. I’ve … Continue reading →

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How To Get Kicked Out Of Tricare

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Doug Nordman

I’ve carried a military ID card since 1978. I’m financially independent. You would expect that I’d understand my benefits by now, but a few months ago I was nearly dis-enrolled from Tricare for not paying my premiums. To make matters … Continue reading →

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Medical Tourism at Bangkok’s Bumrungrad Hospital

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Doug Nordman

The two biggest obstacles to financial independence are inflation and healthcare — yet military veterans and retirees seem to have more options for dealing with inflation. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act gives the American medical system a strong … Continue reading →

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