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Let's face it. Everyone spends money on health care, and very few people plan for it. The good news is you can plan for these expenses and even reduce your costs. See how a health budget fits your life.

20-Something
Welcome to the rewards and challenges of managing your own finances. You've landed your first real job after school. You may be moved into your first place of your own. You've got a ton of new responsibilities, including paying for health insurance and health care.

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Single Professional
Good job. Comfortable home. Good health. Life is good. So why should you create a Family Health Budget? Because at some point change is coming — saving for future health care needs now can save you big bucks later on.

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On Your Own Again
When life throws you a curve like divorce or losing a spouse, it's tempting to put health care and budgets on the back burner. Be careful – evidence shows this kind of change can take a toll on your health and your finances. These budgeting tips can help you through the transition.

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Ready to Retire
Approaching retirement age? The good news is you're no longer responsible for your kids' health care expenses, but your use of health care is likely to increase. Have you budgeted enough for your future health care needs?

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Getting Married
With all the planning that goes into a wedding, health insurance is probably the last thing on your mind. Don't let the big day go by without saying "I Do" to creating a health budget for your new family.

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Managing a Growing Family
It's one of the facts of life — as your kids grow older, their health care costs are likely to grow, too. How you budget for children can help you save hundreds of dollars and maybe at least a few sleepless nights down the road.

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Job Changes
Whether you're going to a new employer or climbing your way up the career ladder, your health care needs probably won't change. But changes in salary create new opportunities for health care budgeting and saving.

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Self-Employed
Being the top dog has its privileges … and its share of drawbacks. No one has to tell you about the rising cost of insurance. You may have to make some tough choices, like a health plan with a higher deductible. The Health Savings Account could be just what you're looking for.

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