With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

Key Takeaways Obamacare premiums have skyrocketed in 2026, prompting people to consider health insurance alternatives as the Jan. 15 end date for open enrollment approaches.Alternatives such as ...

With millions of people projected to lose health insurance over the next decade, President Donald Trump's administration appears ready to ease access to a potentially cheaper form of coverage. The ...

The best way to get health insurance outside of open enrollment (Nov. 1 to Jan. 15) is by qualifying for a special enrollment period. You can usually buy health insurance through your state health ...

Fact checked by James Lacy Key Takeaways You can only buy health insurance during specific open enrollment periods or if you have a qualifying life event. Missing the open enrollment period means you ...