Planning for retirement involves navigating the complexities of Medicare sign-up, a process that can be confusing and lead to regrettable mistakes. Join hosts John Bever and Jim Uren as they break down key decisions, such as choosing between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage, understanding when to sign up, and avoiding enrollment penalties. They'll also address the need for separate prescription drug coverage and provide valuable insights to help you make informed choices. Tune in to gain essential knowledge, recognize pitfalls, and successfully navigate the Medicare maze with confidence.In this episode, you will be able to:* Understand the differences between Medicare Parts A, B, C & D* Explore the pros and cons of Medicare Advantage plans* Discover your Medicare eligibility requirements* Avoid common Medicare enrollment mistakes and penalties* Learn where to get free resources to help you make better informed Medicare decisionsThe key moments in this episode are:00:00:05 - Introduction to Retirement Planning and Medicare 00:00:45 - Understanding Medicare Coverage 00:03:27 - Options for Senior Health Insurance 00:10:41 - When to Sign Up for Medicare 00:14:16 - Steps for Signing Up for Medicare 00:15:29 - Choosing Medicare Coverage 00:19:08 - Pitfalls and Traps of Medicare 00:22:17 - Part D Coverage and Open Enrollment 00:24:27 - Long-Term Care Costs and Coverage 00:26:34 - Navigating Medicare Enrollment 00:30:38 - Thankfulness Shared by Hosts 00:31:18 – Podcast Disclaimer Disclosure: The views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the opinions of Phase 3 Advisory Services and should not be construed directly or indirectly as an offer to buy or sell any securities or services mentioned herein. Unless otherwise specified, show guests are not securities licensed or affiliated with Phase 3 Advisory Services or Osaic Wealth. Investing is subject to risks, including loss of principal invested. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. No strategy can assure profit nor protect against loss. Please note that individual situations can vary. Therefore, the information should only be relied upon when coordinated with individual professional advice. Securities offered through Osaic Wealth, Inc. member FINRA/SIPC. Additional investment. and insurance advisory services offered through Phase 3 Advisory Services Limited, a Registered Investment Advisor.Osaic Wealth is separately owned and other entities and or marketing names, products or services referenced here are independent of Osaic Wealth. Phase 3 Advisory Services is located at 1110 West Lake Cook Road, Suite 265 in Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089. Our phone number is 847-520-5545. For additional information, visit our website at phase3advisory.com.