It's the fastest-growing item in many budgets, and often the hardest to find. But going without it isn't a very good idea.
Insurance
The findings come as insurers and state regulators increasingly look for ways to reduce catastrophic losses while helping homeowners cope with rapidly rising insurance premiums
Insurance
Home-hardening improvements can reduce storm damage and may qualify for premium discounts, grants or lower deductibles. But savings vary widely by insurer, state, location and the age and construction of the house.
Insurance
Healthier clients dropping Obamacare, leading to more rate hikes as remaining clients are sicker.
Insurance
Some insurers use “copay accumulator” programs to take assistance without counting it toward patients’ deductibles or out-of-pocket maximums.
Insurance
A copay card can save you money at the pharmacy check-out but can cost you down the road.
Insurance
Families dropping out of Affordable Care Act as premiums rise; what can you do to keep healthcare coverage?
Consumer Protection
How "deposit alternatives" work — and what they can do to your credit
Seniors
Seniors are finding that insurers are denying prior authorization for long-term care and rehabilitation. Are they trapped? Some are, but not everyone.
Seniors
A step-by-step consumer guide to protecting your right to a Medigap policy A ConsumerNews.ai consumer resource — June 17, 2026 As The Outraged Consumer and others reported earlier, many of the largest Medicare Advantage insurers are denying prior authorization for long-term and rehabilitative care. This is driving
Insurance
UnitedHealth jumps on the idea but economists say it's "profoundly disconnected" from reality
Seniors
UnitedHealthcare, CVS Health and Humana, often rejecting, more than 70% of requests
Seniors
The problem has been recognized for decades but leak of leadership delays action