Investment Talk TV: Episode 263 with guest, Ed Van Hal

Welcome to Investment Talk TV, brought to you by the award-winning LPL Financial Advisors at Legacy Wealth Management. Each week, Legacy's LPL Financial Advisors bring you the latest information on the stock market, your investments, and retirement opportunities. Hosted by Paul Meyers, Steve Poitras, and Devin Behl. In this episode of Investment Talk TV, the team at Legacy discusses market updates—including oil price pressures, inflation data, and interest rate expectations—before welcoming guest Ed Van Hal of Van Hal Insurance Services for an in-depth guide to Medicare. Ed walks through essential tips such as securing your Medicare card, enrolling early to avoid late penalties, understanding Part B costs and income-related IRMAA surcharges, handling separate Part D prescription plans, and distinguishing Medicare coverage limits from standard major medical insurance. The episode also highlights key North Dakota Medicare and Medicaid statistics, features a "man-on-the-street" segment exploring public sentiment around Medicare's future, and details a Texas Roadhouse giveaway for channel subscribers. _____________________________________________________________ Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor, Member FINRA/SIPC. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. The purchase of certain securities may be required to effect some of the strategies. Investing involves risks including possible loss of principal.