Changes coming for Social Security and Medicare in 2026
December 3, 2025
Social Security's 2026 COLA is increasing, and so are Medicare Part B costs. Here are some planning considerations to prepare for these key updates.
Category: Insurance/Risk Management
Three things to know about Medicare
Medicare provides health coverage for more than 60 million individuals. Understanding the details about enrollment periods and plan coverage is critical to getting the right plan for retirement. Here are some highlights of the program.
Consider these essential legal documents before your child leaves for college
Before children head to college, parents should prepare a health care proxy, durable power of attorney, and other key documents to manage medical and financial affairs if needed. Here is some important kneed-to-know information.
By the numbers: Changes set for Social Security and Medicare in 2025
In 2025, Social Security will see a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment. At the same time, Medicare Part B premiums and the annual deductible will increase. Here are the key changes planned for Medicare and Social Security.
Medicare open enrollment presents opportunity to change existing plans
Medicare open enrollment, which is underway and runs until December 7, allows individuals to change or sign up for plans, as well as potentially save money and improve their coverage.
Consider packing a legal safety net before students leave for college
College students may want to secure legal documents to ensure their parents can access important information and help them in medical emergencies.
Financial planning strategies for newlyweds
Here are some financial planning considerations and steps newlyweds may want to take after the wedding.
Looking beyond the basics of HSAs
In order to take advantage of the tax benefits, it is important to take a deeper look at HSAs and understand how they work.
Changes to key figures for Social Security, Medicare in 2024
Recently announced key figures for Social Security and Medicare for 2024 include changes to benefit amounts and premium costs.
Open enrollment presents opportunity to change Medicare plans
Medicare holds an open enrollment period that allows participants to sign up or make changes to existing plans, which could result in cost savings.
Preparing heirs before a loved one passes
Individuals may want to prepare heirs with a final planning guide before a loved one passes away.