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Long-Term Care Insurance: Why 'Putting it on Hold' Could Be a Costly Mistake

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Long-Term Care Insurance: Why 'Putting it on Hold' Could Be a Costly Mistake

Delaying the purchase of Long-Term Care Insurance can significantly increase costs and limit your options, as premiums are based on your age and health. Waiting too long risks higher expenses and potential disqualification, leaving your family to shoulder the emotional and financial burden of care.

IRS Increases Tax Deduction Limits for Long-Term Care Insurance for 2025

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IRS Increases Tax Deduction Limits for Long-Term Care Insurance for 2025

The Internal Revenue Service announces the new age-based tax-deductible limits for the upcoming tax year each year. Tax-qualified Long-Term Care Insurance provides guaranteed tax-free benefits, and premiums can be either tax-deductible or reimbursable through Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).

Long-Term Care Insurance - Basic Guide to How Policies Can Benefit Families and Finances

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Long-Term Care Insurance - Basic Guide to How Policies Can Benefit Families and Finances

LTC Insurance provides families with guaranteed tax-free benefits for extended care services, such as in-home care, assisted living, or nursing homes. Including an LTC policy in your financial planning can protect your savings and ease the emotional and physical burden on loved ones.

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What is the Certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC) Designation?

The Certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC) designation is a professional certification that helps insurance and financial professionals specialize in the complexities of long-term care planning.

Top Long-Term Care Insurance Picks for 2024

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Top Long-Term Care Insurance Picks for 2024

The annual review by LTC News is here: 2024's best picks for Long-Term Care Insurance Solutions, including hybrid and short-term cash indemnity policies. There is a wide variety of policy options and types, from the very affordable to the very expensive. This review is an excellent first step in your retirement planning.

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What Is Underwriting In Long-Term Care Insurance?

What does underwriting mean? How are health and underwriting related to Long-Term Care Insurance? In this article, we’ll discuss how underwriting affects your ability to qualify for Long-Term Care Insurance.

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