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Insurance-palooza! All You Need to Know to Protect Your Income and Wealth

Aug 1, 2026 · 27m

Summary

Host Robert Brokamp and guest Amanda Kish discuss protecting wealth through a comprehensive insurance audit. They cover health plans and HSAs, life and disability insurance, auto and home coverage, and long-term care options. The episode emphasizes evaluating policy limits, understanding gaps like liability exposure, and using independent agents for complex needs to safeguard against catastrophic financial losses.

Topics discussed

Introduction: The 2026 Financial Planning Challenge and Insurance Health Insurance: HSAs and Open Enrollment Strategies Life Insurance: Term vs. Whole Life and Coverage Calculations Disability Insurance: Income Replacement and Own Occupation Coverage Ad Break: Vanguard Investor Choice Auto Insurance: Liability Limits and Deductibles Homeowners and Renters Insurance: Coverage Gaps and Deductibles Umbrella Insurance: Extra Liability Protection Long-Term Care Insurance: Hybrid Policies and Self-Insurance Ad Break: Quince and Range Rover Buying Insurance: DIY vs. Professionals and Final Tips
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