Under the rule, Americans will be allowed to buy short-term health insurance plans that offer longer coverage. Previously, plans could only last up to three months. Coverage can now last less than a ...

In hindsight, Tim Winard says, he had not understood the difference between Affordable Care Act policies and short-term plans. His advice? Don’t rely solely on marketing materials and always get a ...

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