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What to do instead of paying for an emergency without insurance

Freelance Union

What to do instead of paying for an emergency without insurance New York is the greatest city in the world, and an inspiring one that’s full of possibilities. No one can know the future, so even if you are doing fine, you still need health insurance. Outcomes can always be both positive… or negative.

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The 411 on the Self-Employed Health Insurance Deduction

Freelance Union

Freelancers Union members get 25% off the cost of federal and state tax filing:  [link] If you're a freelancer, you likely pay for your own health insurance. And there’s a good chance you’ve seen the cost of your insurance premiums go up dramatically in recent years. Does my business have to hold the policy?

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Why some dental insurance plans have no waiting periods

Freelance Union

If you need dental coverage benefits right away, look for dental insurance with no waiting periods like DHMO plans. Dental insurance can help you be prepared for any dental emergencies that arise – but those emergencies aren’t going to wait six to 12 months for your benefits to kick in and your waiting period to end.

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The Ultimate Guide to Freelance Health Insurance

Freelance Union

Health Coverage Options If you don’t qualify for a federal program like Medicaid or Medicare , you still have choices - With more than 20 years of experience connecting freelancers to the right insurance plans, we at the Freelancers Union have done the research to bring you the best products on the market. health issues down the line.

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Dental Insurance for the Self-Employed: What You Need to Know

Freelance Union

How dental insurance can help protect self-employed individuals from unexpected costs Self-employed or independent contractor is becoming an increasingly frequent job title in today’s economy. They have to factor the cost of those benefits, such as the cost of insurance, into their regular income.

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What If You’re Writing Novellas? Now What?

Jane Friedman

Todays post is by author Tara Deal , whose novella Life/Insurance is out now. And my third novella, Life / Insurance, won the Fugere Book Prize from Regal House and is published today. Pretend youve written a novella. And it wasnt easy. But now its done and youre finished. Its difficult to find someone who wants to publish it.

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New Yorkers - Don’t forget to renew your health insurance plans for 2024!

Freelance Union

Due to a COVID-19 provision, Medicaid, Essential Plan, and Child Health Plus health insurance plans have been automatically renewed since 2020. Now, these automatic renewals have ended, and New York State is resuming eligibility reviews for these public health insurance plans.