Complete Guide to Self-Employed Health Insurance in 2026
Navigate ACA marketplace options, HSA plans, and health insurance tax deductions for freelancers and independent contractors.
ACA, HSA, and insurance guides for freelancers and 1099s.
Navigate ACA marketplace options, HSA plans, and health insurance tax deductions for freelancers and independent contractors.
A comprehensive, plain-language breakdown of ACA marketplace plans, tax credits, health savings accounts, and private options for 1099 workers.
A clear comparison of ACA plans, catastrophic policies, sharing ministries, and professional association plans for contractors.
A plain-language look at how HSAs and FSAs differ, and what self-employed workers should consider before choosing either one.
Compare Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts: eligibility rules, rollover limits, and tax advantages for the self-employed.
How the Affordable Care Act subsidy calculation works for variable-income workers, and how to avoid surprise repayments at tax time.
Learn the general concepts behind ACA premium tax credits and how income relative to the poverty line affects potential savings.
COBRA vs ACA marketplace plans, special enrollment period deadlines, and how to maintain continuous coverage during a career transition.
A general overview of COBRA, special enrollment periods, and marketplace options after leaving employer-sponsored health coverage.
A balanced look at the tradeoffs of short-term health insurance plans, including underwriting and state-by-state differences.