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Health insurance

A guide to Finding Cheap Personal Health Insurance

Posted on 8/17/2010 21:35 EST

Guest Post: By David Hamilton (aka FPT Guy), Financial Planning Tips

At some point in your life, you may need to consider the option of purchasing your own health insurance plan. If you've... Read more on David Hamilton (aka FPT Guy), Financial Planning Tips »

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18 Resources to Help You Hang On to More Cash

Posted on 8/14/2010 15:11 EST

You're sure to find some way to cut your cost of living in this ad hoc assortment of money-saving tips from Time. It's worth a quick read. Read more on Time »

Free or low cost insurance available for kids

Posted on 8/7/2010 17:32 EST

Free or cheap health insurance for kids has been around for a while in many states, but as WTEN reports, all the eligible children aren't yet enrolled. New York is one of seven states piloting an... Read more on WTEN »

Websites help patients compare prices for health care

Posted on 7/30/2010 22:42 EST

Need a medical procedure but wary of the cost? USA Today suggests several websites that can help you find the best prices. Read more on USA Today »

Where to Get Cheap Rx Meds

Posted on 6/10/2010 20:39 EST

Presciption medications cost a bundle, even with an insurance co-pay. But there are ways to obtain cheaper meds, and the Huffington Post tells you how. Read more on Huffington Post »

Website helps patients shop for a discount doctor

Posted on 5/11/2010 14:36 EST

Those doctor fees can sure put a dent in your budget. But there's hope: WMBFnews.com found a website that lets you search for all kinds of doctors who are willing to cut a deal for those willing... Read more on WMBFnews.com »

You can be frugal and stay healthy

Posted on 3/28/2010 23:41 EST

Wanna save big time? Stay healthy. Follow these tips from The Miami Herald and find out how easy it is to reduce your healthcare budget. Read more on The Miami Herald »

Back to basics week 9: Frugal fitness and health

Posted on 3/12/2010 13:16 EST

Staying healthy is a great way to save money. How is that? Read these health and fitness tips from WRAL, along with ideas for cutting medical and prescription costs and see how light you suddenly... Read more on WRAL »

See a therapist for a lot less

Posted on 1/29/2010 18:37 EST

Bills add up fast when you've got a mental health problem. So CNN offers some tips that could help you keep those costs to a minimum. Don't be shy -- take what you can get. Read more on CNN »

Saving money on prescriptions

Posted on 11/21/2009 7:59 EST

Every penny counts -- especially when figuring costs on prescription drugs. If you can arrange to buy a three-month supply of medications, according to 7online, you stand to save nearly 30%. Read... Read more on 7online »

The Haggler's Guide to Cheaper Health Care

Posted on 9/23/2009 11:32 EST

If you don't currently have health insurance -- or are thinking about giving up that high-cost expense -- read this enlightening article in Time Magazine. Now. Read more on Time Magazine »

How to bargain hunt for health care

Posted on 9/10/2009 23:35 EST

Shocked at those health care charges? Now you can actually comparison shop before seeking treatment. CNN gives you some background information and links to the tools you can use to find the lowest... Read more on CNN »

Discount healthcare? Value and dangers of discount cards

Posted on 7/17/2009 9:49 EST

The high cost of health care has been a political hot potato and a serious social problem for years. Now, some health insurers are edging into the low-cost health care market. The Miami Herald reports... Read more on The Miami Herald »

Plan would let residents buy cheaper drugs online

Posted on 7/10/2009 16:37 EST

"People in the United States could get lower-cost drugs from Canada over the Internet under a plan that passed the Senate. The plan, sponsored by Louisiana Republican David Vitter and approved 55-36, Read more on Star-Telegram.com »

Recession Prompts Search For Cheaper Insurance

Posted on 6/28/2009 0:03 EST

Consumers are looking for bargains everywhere--and that includes auto insurance. A study of consumer shopping habits, reported by Media Post, indicate that price is consumers' first criterion; insurance... Read more on Media Post »

Check up: Are you a savvy health care consumer?

Posted on 4/29/2009 8:06 EST

Test your healthcare IQ with this little quiz, courtesy of The Bellingham Herald. Then study the answers and learn how to cut the costs of your own healthcare. Read more on The Bellingham Herald »

Online Health Insurance Inexpensive Option

Posted on 4/14/2009 15:22 EST

"Many people who've lost jobs or gone to work for themselves in this recession, are finding they can't afford medical insurance. One option is buying insurance online. Adrian Lipinski quit his job at... Read more on WSOCTV »

Workers who are out of job can get discount on health insurance

Posted on 4/7/2009 18:10 EST

The federal government’s economic stimulus package is providing an additional benefit to workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own during the current recession. They can get a 65 percent... Read more »