INSURANCE GUIDES

Insurance Made Simple

Plain-English guides from Hugo Scamarone, licensed insurance agent serving South Florida, North Carolina, and Michigan since 2013.

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Life Insurance

How Much Life Insurance Do I Need?

Use the DIME formula to calculate your exact coverage number — based on your income, mortgage, debts, and family situation.

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Life Insurance

Term vs. Whole Life Insurance: Which Is Right for You?

A clear side-by-side comparison of term and whole life insurance — costs, benefits, and who each type is best for.

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Health Insurance

ACA vs. Short-Term Health Insurance: What's the Difference?

Lost your job? Self-employed? Here's how to choose between ACA Marketplace plans and short-term health coverage.

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Final Expense

What Is Final Expense Insurance? A Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about burial insurance — what it covers, how much it costs, and who qualifies.

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Medicare

Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement in Florida (2026)

Turning 65? Here's a Florida-specific comparison of Medicare Advantage and Medigap Plan G — with real costs and examples.

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Health Insurance

Health Insurance for Self-Employed & Freelancers in Florida

Self-employed in Florida? Learn your ACA marketplace, short-term, and health sharing options — plus how to deduct 100% of premiums from your taxes.

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Life Insurance

Life Insurance for Families: How Much Do You Really Need?

Use the DIME formula to calculate the exact coverage your family needs — and learn why both parents (including stay-at-home parents) should be insured.

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Health Insurance

Health Insurance After Losing Your Job: COBRA vs. ACA Marketplace

Lost your job? You have 60 days to make the right call. Here's a side-by-side cost comparison and exactly what to do first.

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Life Insurance

Can You Get Life Insurance With Diabetes?

Most diabetics qualify — often at competitive rates. Learn how A1C levels affect your premium and which policy type fits your situation.

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Health Insurance

Health Insurance for Gig Workers: DoorDash, Uber & 1099 Contractors

No employer benefits? Here are your real options as a gig worker — and how to use your mileage deductions to lower your premium.

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Life Insurance

No Medical Exam Life Insurance: Who Qualifies and Is It Worth It?

Skip the blood draw. Compare accelerated underwriting, simplified issue, and guaranteed issue — and find out which one fits you.

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Small Business

Group Health Insurance for Small Businesses in Florida

You only need 2 employees to qualify. Learn what group plans cost, the tax advantages, and how to set one up without the headache.

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Life Events

Insurance After Divorce: What to Update and What to Get

Divorce changes everything. Here's your complete insurance checklist — health coverage, beneficiary updates, and new life insurance needs.

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Life Insurance

Life Insurance With High Blood Pressure: Can You Get Good Rates?

Hypertension doesn't have to mean high premiums. Learn what blood pressure readings qualify for preferred rates and how to time your application.

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Life Insurance

Life Insurance for Immigrants and Non-Citizens in the U.S.

Green card holder, visa holder, or DACA recipient? Most non-citizens qualify for U.S. life insurance. Here's exactly what's available to you.

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ACA / Obamacare

Obamacare Florida 2026: How to Apply and What You Qualify For

Everything Florida residents need to know about ACA marketplace coverage in 2026 — subsidies, enrollment windows, and how to pick the right plan.

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Life Insurance · Miami

Life Insurance in Miami, FL: Best Plans for South Florida Families

A Miami-area guide to life insurance: term vs. whole life, sample rates by age, and why South Florida families have even more at stake financially.

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En Español

Seguro de Salud en Florida 2026: Guía Completa para Hispanohablantes

Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre el seguro médico en Florida — ACA, subsidios, períodos de inscripción y cómo elegir el mejor plan. En español.

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Life Insurance · Over 50

Life Insurance at 50, 55, 60 in Florida: Is It Too Late?

Rates by age, which policy types work best over 50, how health conditions affect underwriting, and why waiting costs more than people realize.

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Health Insurance Basics

What Does Health Insurance Actually Cover? A Plain-English Guide

The 10 essential health benefits, common exclusions, deductibles vs. copays vs. coinsurance — everything you need to read a policy clearly.

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Health Insurance · Broward County

Health Insurance in Broward County, Florida 2026

Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines and beyond — available ACA carriers, subsidy eligibility, and local tips for Broward County residents.

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Health Insurance · Comparison

Marketplace Insurance vs. Medicaid in Florida: Which Is Right for You?

Clear comparison of ACA marketplace plans and Florida Medicaid — who qualifies for each, what each covers, and what to do if you fall in the coverage gap.

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Hugo Scamarone

Licensed insurance agent since 2013, serving families across South Florida, North Carolina, and Michigan. Hugo specializes in life insurance, health insurance, Medicare, and final expense coverage — with a focus on getting families the right coverage at the best rate.

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