{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Medicare\u2019s Future: Rising Costs, Fewer Perks, and Hidden Traps","description":"Even if you\u2019re not on Medicare right now, chances are someone you love is\u2014and sooner or later, you\u2019ll face those decisions yourself. That\u2019s why it\u2019s worth paying attention to an important letter that arrives every September: the Annual Notice of Change. Most people glance at it, toss it aside, and never think twice. But with big shifts coming in 2026, ignoring it could be a costly mistake. And that letter is just the beginning. There are three other Medicare traps that cost people thousands each year and, in some cases, wreck entire retirement plans. In this episode, I\u2019ll walk you through the 2026 changes you (and your loved ones!) need to prepare for, plus the three mistakes to avoid no matter what year it is. By the end, you\u2019ll know exactly what to watch for and how to feel confident about Medicare\u2014whether you\u2019re enrolled now, preparing for it soon, or helping someone you care about. *** SCHEDULE A (FREE) RETIREMENT STRATEGY MEETING: My team and I have guided hundreds of families across the U.S. through retirement\u2019s biggest challenges over the last two decades. The result? Smarter tax strategies, better investment decisions, and a more confident retirement. If you\u2019re seeking clarity and a proven retirement planning process, we\u2019d be honored to help. \ud83d\udc49 Schedule a Complimentary Strategy Session *** EPISODE RESOURCES: \u2192  Grab the Episode Show Notes \u2192 Join the Stay Wealthy Retirement Newsletter \u2192  Learn About the Total Retirement System\u2122 ","author_name":"Stay Wealthy Retirement Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.youstaywealthy.com\/podcast","html":"