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Here’s How Obamacare Is Going To Affect Your Taxes

Here’s How Obamacare Is Going To Affect Your Taxes

So we all made it through our first year together under the new Obamacare mandate. Some of us saw relief on rates some of us didn’t. For the most part, from where I sit, it truly has been for the better. Many of you have…

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Need Insurance Coverage Before November Open Enrollment?

Need Insurance Coverage Before November Open Enrollment?

Did you know nearly 7 million Americans are eligible to sign up for health coverage under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act before open enrollment begins in November? Enroll America is a non profit that formed in 2011 to get the word out about…

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No Health Insurance Plan at Your Company? Here’s What Employers and Employees Need to Know

No Health Insurance Plan at Your Company? Here’s What Employers and Employees Need to Know

Even if your company does not currently offer a health plan, beginning October 1, 2013, they will be required by the Department of Labor to notify their employees of their coverage options through the California exchange/marketplace called “Covered California.” All Employers Must Notify You Virtually all employers…

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Big Changes Are Coming to Your Insurance Plan

Big Changes Are Coming to Your Insurance Plan

In the upcoming weeks, my blog will give you the inside knowledge you need in the rapidly changing health insurance environment. I will be your advisor in this process, available to give straight, detailed answers and provide full resources as information becomes available. Here are…

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In 2014 when it becomes the law that everyone be insured, what will the individual (not the employer) penalty be for having no coverage and how will it be enforced?

In 2014 when it becomes the law that everyone be insured, what will the individual (not the employer) penalty be for having no coverage and how will it be enforced?

As we understand the rules, payment for penalties must be included with applicable individuals’ federal income tax returns for the taxable years during which penalties apply. Applicable individuals are responsible for penalty payments owed by their dependents too (I.R.C. § 5000A(b)). Annual penalties for applicable…

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