Tag: Medical Benefits
September 20, 2024
By Ben S. Lies, MBA, RSSA
Medicare: Understanding Parts A, B, C, & D
Whether your 65th birthday is on the nearing or many years away, understanding the different components of Medicare, referred to as “parts”, is critical to long term retirement planning. For good reason, many Americans are incorporating this government-sponsored program into their health care planning strategy. Learn about the different parts of Medicare to determine what […]
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By Ben S. Lies, MBA, RSSA
Primer on the UAL Pilot Retiree Health Account (RHA)
The Retiree Health Account (RHA) is a very unique benefit that United provides to its pilots. It is funded by employer contributions on a pre-tax basis and designed to pay for medical expenses, tax-free, after retirement or separation of service. When used properly, the RHA can be a key part of a pilot’s retirement plan. […]
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