CMS Releases Final Rule Making Affordable Care Act Marketplace Changes for Texas Families

Austin, Texas – The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have recently implemented changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace through their latest final rule, titled “Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2025.” These changes are aimed at benefiting Texas families who rely on health plans governed by the ACA, with full implementation set for the 2025 plan year, and more complex adjustments rolling out by 2027. Texans are in need of …

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Fintech Firm LifeYield Releases Annuity Income Layer for Tax-Efficient Portfolio Management

Boston, MA – LifeYield, a fintech firm specializing in tax-efficient, multi-account portfolio management, has recently announced the launch of its Annuity Income Layer for annuity manufacturers and distributors. This enhancement to LifeYield’s Social Security+ benefits optimization tool aims to simplify the process for financial advisers to illustrate a manufacturer’s annuity products with minimal disruption and data collection. According to Mark Hoffman, chairman, CEO, and co-founder of LifeYield, tens of thousands of financial professionals use LifeYield …

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Social Security Administration Releases February Payment Schedule for American Retirees

New York, USA – American retirees eagerly anticipate the upcoming Social Security payment scheduled for February 21st. However, not all beneficiaries will receive their payments on this day, as the Social Security Administration divides retirees into different groups, each receiving only one check per month. As a result, those who do not belong to Group 3 beneficiaries may receive their benefits on the 28th of February instead. To qualify for the February 21st payment, beneficiaries …

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