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Team eLocal

Why Doesn't Health Insurance Cover Vision and Dental?

Dental and vision insurance are not automatically included in health care plans, but this type of care is essential for a healthy body.

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Michael Franco

How Do You Identify a Flood-Damaged Car?

In the market for a used car? Use these tools and strategies first to thwart unscrupulous salespeople and ensure it hasn't been in a flood.

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Team eLocal

How Much Does COBRA Insurance Cost?

The time left on your employer-provided health insurance is dwindling. What do you do? COBRA insurance is an option until you can get coverage from a new employer.

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Team eLocal

Can I Get Insurance After Open Enrollment?

Can you get insurance after open enrollment? The rules on enrolling outside of the typical enrollment period vary based on the type of health insurance you want.

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Team eLocal

What Is COBRA?

Understanding how COBRA works will come in handy if you leave or lose a job for almost any reason. Here’s the lowdown.

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Team eLocal

What Is an HMO?

Whether you're comparing plans from your employer or buying a policy through the health insurance marketplace, it's important to learn more about HMO plans, so you'll know if one is right for you.

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Team eLocal

In Insurance Terms, What Is an Act of God?

Understanding what typical homeowners policies cover is essential to finding coverage that meets your needs. This guide explains what insurers mean by an act of God and what to look for in your policy.

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Team eLocal

What Is Open Enrollment?

Not having health insurance or getting stuck with a plan you hate can be a nightmare. Understanding open enrollment can help you get affordable health insurance that's right for you. 

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