Frequently-asked questions by tag
I’m self-employed. Can we deduct my husband’s Medicare premiums?
January 17, 2023 – Q. I am self-employed and my husband is on Medicare. I deduct my health care premiums on my income tax. I recently heard that I also can…
I’m leaving my job – and my insurance – the last day of this month. Can I get new coverage effective next month or do I have to take COBRA?
March 3, 2022 – Q. I'm planning to leave my job to become self-employed in August. My insurance will end on July 31, but I have an option to take COBRA.…
I’m self-employed. Is it better for me to buy health insurance through a broker, or through the exchange?
February 17, 2022 – If you're self-employed, a broker can help you enroll through the exchange, giving you personalized help and recommendations, but also…
How does the IRS calculate premium tax credits for self-employed people when their AGI depends on their health insurance premium amount?
May 19, 2021 – For self-employed Americans, premium amounts affect modified adjusted gross income, which in turn affects premium amounts. But the IRS has…