The decision to retire early brings with it a myriad of lifestyle changes, not least of which is the challenge of securing affordable health insurance. For many early retirees, the gap in health ...

There’s a new threat that could force Americans to scrap their early-retirement plans: skyrocketing health care costs. The enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies that expired at the end of 2025.

Make sure you can afford the health insurance you need to stay healthy; it will help save you money and prevent unpleasant ...

Many American workers retire just in time for Social Security benefits but a little too early for Medicare coverage. The average retirement age is 62, according to a study from Mass Mutual (1), which ...

Some folks spend their entire adult life looking forward to, and planning for, an early retirement. But surprises will inevitably arise.

We are in the middle of what is termed open enrollment period for government health insurance plans. This program called the Affordable Care Act, or ACA, often referred to as Obamacare, is now 12 ...

With pandemic-era subsidies for Obamacare set to end in 2026, people in the FIRE community are adjusting their plans to account for bigger health-insurance premiums The amount that subsidized ...

For people pursuing financial independence and early retirement, commonly referred to as “FIRE,” health-insurance premiums are often among the top budgeting priorities. This is especially the case now ...

Discover the advantages of staggering retirement with your spouse. Boost your financial security, maximize benefits, and improve emotional well-being with strategic planning.

There's a new threat that could force Americans to scrap their early-retirement plans: skyrocketing health care costs. The enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies that expired at the end of 2025.