Long-term care insurance isn’t as prevalent as other types of insurance, despite the fact that long-term care may eventually ...

A comprehensive guide to long-term care insurance costs, coverage options and whether it’s right for you.

Long-Term Care Insurance is a necessary evil, unless you have at least $2 million in readily available resources. Make no mistake, it is the hardest insurance to collect on by design. The goal is ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Steve Vernon, FSA, helps retirees make their money last for life. “Should I buy long-term care insurance?” I’m often asked this ...

“We’ve been paying into long-term-care insurance since we were in our mid-50s,” said a friend, now in her late 60s. “But with all of the premium increases, we might have been better off just investing ...

As you age, your need for assistance, whether it be at home or in a nursing home or assisted living facility, increases. Given the prevalence of long-term care services being required, it's no ...

Adriana Falcón Trafford took out a long-term care insurance policy in 2001. When she signed up for the plan, the annual premium was $2,608. Now, it’s close to $7,000. Credit: Shahrzad Rasekh / CT ...

We pick the best long-term care insurance companies of 2026, including New York Life and Mutual of Omaha.

Long-term care insurance can ensure you have the help you need for day-to-day living. There are three main types of long-term care insurance, and which one is best for you will depend on your ...

Dear Savvy Senior: My husband and I have been thinking about getting a long-term care insurance policy, but we hate the idea of paying expensive monthly premiums for a policy we may never use. Is long ...