Episode 125: The Importance of Incorporating Long-Term Care Into Financial Planning with Jason Rizkallah
In this conversation, Alex, Wade, and Jason discuss the importance of incorporating long-term care into financial planning. They share a real-life example of a client who unexpectedly needed long-term care earlier than anticipated and how having a long-term care policy helped preserve their assets. They also discuss the different types of long-term care insurance policies, such as hybrid policies, and the factors to consider when deciding whether to self-insure or purchase insurance. The conversation highlights the need to stress test financial plans for long-term care events and the value of care coordinator benefits in insurance policies. In this conversation, Jason Rizkallah discusses the process of obtaining long-term care insurance. He explains that the decision between insurance and self-insurance varies and is often influenced by factors such as cost, eligibility, and pre-existing conditions. Rizkallah also outlines the steps involved in signing up for a long-term care policy, including determining coverage amounts, obtaining quotes from providers, and going through the underwriting process. He emphasizes the importance of working with a knowledgeable long-term care specialist to navigate the complexities of the insurance market. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the need for early planning and the availability of options for long-term care coverage.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
07:26 Benefits of Hybrid Policies
23:02 Factors to Consider in Long-Term Care Planning
32:16 Options for Long-Term Care Coverage
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