Author: Eugene Houchins

  • Managing Cancer Finances and Insurance Challenges

    Managing Cancer Finances and Insurance Challenges

    A cancer diagnosis changes everything. Alongside the emotional and physical toll, cancer often brings a heavy financial burden that many patients and their families aren’t prepared for. From the cost of cancer treatment and prescription drugs to dealing with health insurance plans, managing finances during this time feels like an added stress no one should…

  • Paying for Hospice Care with Life Insurance

    Paying for Hospice Care with Life Insurance

    When you’re facing a life threatening illness, every decision feels heavy – especially when it comes to end-of-life care. Hospice isn’t about giving up; it’s about comfort, dignity, and making the most of the time you have left. But while hospice services provide essential care, the costs can add up. Even with Medicare hospice benefits,…

  • Cancer Debt Relief

    Cancer Debt Relief

    A cancer diagnosis can be life-changing in many ways, and for many cancer patients, the financial burden can be just as overwhelming as the medical challenges. From health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs to medical bills and lost wages, the cost of cancer treatment can create significant financial distress for individuals and their family members.…

  • Alternatives to Accelerated Death Benefits

    Alternatives to Accelerated Death Benefits

    A life insurance policy is designed to provide financial support to beneficiaries after the policyholder’s death, but in some cases, funds may be available earlier. Accelerated death benefits (ADB) allow individuals to access a portion of their policy’s death benefit early if they have a terminal or chronic illness. This option can provide immediate financial…

  • Finding Money for Chemo 

    Finding Money for Chemo 

    The cost of cancer treatment can be staggering, even for those with health insurance coverage. Between medical bills, prescription drugs, co-payments, and out-of-pocket expenses, many patients find themselves facing serious financial challenges just to afford the care they need. For some, the financial stress sets in quickly – missing work, juggling insurance premiums, or struggling…

  • Using Life Insurance for Cancer Treatments

    Using Life Insurance for Cancer Treatments

    The moment a doctor says the word “cancer,” everything shifts. It’s not just the diagnosis—it’s the storm that follows. The medical bills stack up faster than you can keep track. Treatments, scans, prescriptions—each one comes with a price tag that doesn’t care about your savings or whether you can still work. Suddenly, your financial future…

  • Using Life Insurance for Cancer Costs

    Using Life Insurance for Cancer Costs

    A cancer diagnosis is more than a medical challenge—it’s a financial reckoning. The costs can be staggering: $10,000 for a single round of chemotherapy, $2,500 per month for medications, and thousands more for hospital stays, specialists, and tests. Even with insurance, these bills pile up fast, leaving many families making impossible choices between paying for…

  • Resources for Breast Cancer: Support and Information Guide

    Resources for Breast Cancer: Support and Information Guide

    A breast cancer diagnosis shifts everything. It’s not just the treatments or the medical jargon—it’s the quiet moments when the weight of it all sinks in. The worry about finances, the fear of being a burden, and the frustration of a world that often doesn’t understand what you’re going through. Asking for help isn’t easy,…

  • How to Qualify for Hospice Care and Cover the Costs

    How to Qualify for Hospice Care and Cover the Costs

    Many people assume hospice care is readily available for anyone facing a serious illness, but eligibility rules are often stricter than expected. To qualify, patients must meet specific medical criteria and choose comfort-focused care over curative treatments. Yet, despite Medicare covering over 90% of hospice patients, families still face unexpected costs—with out-of-pocket expenses ranging from…

  • Viatical Settlements and Estate Planning

    Viatical Settlements and Estate Planning

    Planning for the future is important, especially for individuals facing a serious or life-threatening illness. Estate planning guarantees that your life insurance policy, assets, and health care preferences are properly managed, providing peace of mind for you and your family members. However, financial burdens, including medical expenses, can make it difficult to focus on long-term…