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ER, Urgent Care, or Virtual Visit? Where to Go and What It’ll Cost You
When unexpected health issues arise, it can be easy to panic and head straight for the emergency room. But depending on the situation, there may be...
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Medicare Advantage Plans - Why you May Benefit
Video tip from Vimeo: Medicare Advantage Plans from Carl Ritz on Vimeo. Medicare Advantage plans are an alternative to basic - or so-called...
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Walk First, Wander Later: The Travel Hack You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner
When it comes to traveling, most of us fall into one of two categories: plan everything minute-by-minute, or just wing it. But what if there is a...
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Key Man Insurance Explained: Coverage, Structure, and Tax Implications
Every business has that one person, or maybe even a few, whose knowledge, relationships, or leadership is critical to daily operations and...
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Medicare Supplement Plans - Video Tip
Video Tip For Medicare Medicare Supplement Plans from Carl Ritz on Vimeo. Medicare Supplement plans – also known as Medigap plans – are designed to...
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Understanding Term Life Insurance Convertibility: Your Future Self May Thank You
Term life insurance is one of the most popular and affordable ways to financially protect your family. It provides coverage for a specific period,...
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Rip Tides: What They Are, How to Spot Them, and What to Do If You're Caught in One
Whether you live near the coast or plan to visit the beach this summer, understanding rip tides is important for you and your family’s safety. Rip...
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The Benefits of Visiting Your Farmers Market this Summer
Farmers markets are popping up in towns and cities nationwide as spring rolls into summer. Strolling through rows of colorful fruits, crisp...
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Concierge Medical Care: A New Way To Better Health
Imagine having your doctor just a phone call away, same-day appointments without the wait, and longer, more personalized visits. This isn’t a dream...
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Medicare Part D - Know Your Coverage
Video from Vimeo: Medicare Basics - Part D from Carl Ritz on Vimeo. To get the most out of your Medicare coverage, it’s important to understand...
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Safe Travels: How to Prepare Your Family for an International Vacation
Are you looking forward to traveling abroad this summer, taking a cruise to the Caribbean, or simply visiting our neighbor nations to the north or...
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Ocean, Lakes, and Pools, Oh My! Tips for a Safe Summer Around Water
There’s nothing like cooling off with a swim on a hot summer day. But whether you’re headed to the backyard pool, a quiet lake, or the open ocean,...
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Understanding the EOB: What Is It and Why Should You Care?
If you’ve ever used your health insurance for a doctor’s visit, test, or procedure, chances are you’ve received something in the mail, your email...
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Medicare Part B - Know Your Coverage
Video: Medicare Part B: Medicare Basics - Part B from Carl Ritz on Vimeo. To get the most out of your Medicare coverage, it’s important to...
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Why Your Dentist Might Be Your Most Important Healthcare Provider
Let’s be honest, few people look forward to visiting the dentist. The chair reclines a little too far back, the suction tube makes weird noises,...
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- Rip Tides: What They Are, How to Spot Them, and What to Do If You're Caught in One
- The Benefits of Visiting Your Farmers Market this Summer
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- Medicare Part A - Know Your Coverage
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