Financial Freelance Writer

David Rodeck

Financial Freelance Writer

David Rodeck is a financial writer based in Delaware who specializes in making insurance, investing and financial planning understandable. Before launching his writing business, David was an insurance agent and financial advisor. David holds degrees in economics and finance from McGill University and has passed the Series 6 and CFP exams.

Articles

An older woman meets with a doctor as part of the life insurance underwriting process.

What Happens During The Life Insurance Underwriting Process?

Life insurance underwriting is part of the process that determines whether or not someone qualifies for coverage.

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David Rodeck | Jan 20, 2023

A daughter sits with her older parents.

Investments Insurance

How Do Life Insurance Payouts Work?

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David Rodeck | Dec 30, 2022

An older couple reviews a life insurance contract.

Investments Insurance

Understanding Your Life Insurance Contract

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David Rodeck | Dec 28, 2022

A grandmother and granddaughter knit together.

Is Medicaid Health Insurance?

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David Rodeck | Nov 30, 2022

A doctor and patient review an Advance Beneficiary Notice of Noncoverage together.

Healthcare Insurance

What Is an Advance Beneficiary Notice of Noncoverage?

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David Rodeck | Nov 23, 2022

A retiree looks at her phone.

Understanding the Stock Market for Retirees

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David Rodeck | Oct 28, 2022

A couple relaxes on a boat after having found a strategy to reduce their IRMAA bill.

What Is Medicare Income Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA)?

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David Rodeck | Oct 19, 2022

A couple speaks with a broker about a collateral assignment for a loan.

Investments Insurance

Understanding a Collateral Assignment of a Life Insurance Policy

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David Rodeck | Aug 29, 2022

A retired couple meet with an advisor.

Free Look Period: Annuities & Life Insurance

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David Rodeck | Aug 10, 2022

A couple looks at retirement account paperwork together.

How To Consolidate Multiple Retirement Accounts

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David Rodeck | Aug 05, 2022

A couple crunches the numbers to figure out when to start their Social Security benefits.

How To Maximize Social Security Benefits for Married Couples

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David Rodeck | Aug 03, 2022

A couple looking over a document.

Life Insurance Riders: Know the Different Types

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David Rodeck | Jul 25, 2022

A senior couple hugging.

Does Medicare Part A Cover the Same Benefits for Everyone?

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David Rodeck | Jul 08, 2022

A couple reviews their Social Security statement to prepare for taxes.

Is Social Security Taxable?

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David Rodeck | Jun 13, 2022

A couple discusses the rules for applying for a Medicare Supplement plan.

Can You Be Denied a Medicare Supplement Plan?

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David Rodeck | May 09, 2022

A woman writes on a piece of paper to calculate the future value of her annuity.

Understanding the Present Value vs. Future Value in Annuities

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David Rodeck | Apr 16, 2022

A couple review their taxes with a financial professional.

Understand How The SECURE Act Aims To Improve Retirement Security

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David Rodeck | Apr 15, 2022

A retired couple relaxes with their horse.

What to Look for With Medicare Advantage Plans in Texas

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David Rodeck | Mar 23, 2022

Two grandparents sit with their smiling two grandkids.

Investments Insurance

How to Cover Life Insurance Costs in Retirement

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David Rodeck | Feb 23, 2022

A couple reads papers that explain a Medicare Advantage plan.

Investments Insurance

What Is a Medicare Advantage Plan?

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David Rodeck | Feb 22, 2022

A doctor shows a senior patient his health information on a digital tablet.

Healthcare Investments Insurance

What Is Medigap Plan F — And Who Is It Right For?

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David Rodeck | Feb 07, 2022

A senior couple laughing while playing with their grandchild.

Investments Budgeting Insurance Family

What Is a Life Insurance Retirement Plan (LIRP)?

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David Rodeck | Feb 02, 2022

A grandmother reads to her granddaughter.

Budgeting Insurance Family

What Is Juvenile Life Insurance?

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David Rodeck | Jan 28, 2022

A patient in a bed sitting up while attended by a nurse.

Healthcare Insurance

What Does Medicare Part A Cover?

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David Rodeck | Jan 11, 2022

A woman celebrates her birthday with friends and family.

Investments Budgeting Insurance

Turning 65 Soon? Here's a Quick Retirement Checklist

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David Rodeck | Nov 22, 2021

An older couple relaxes on a boat.

What To Look For in a Medicare Advantage Plan in Florida

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David Rodeck | Nov 10, 2021

A couple checks the tax rules for long-term care benefits.

Healthcare Insurance

Are Long-Term Care Benefits Taxable?

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David Rodeck | Nov 03, 2021

A senior reviews her health care expenses on her phone while managing her HSA.

Healthcare Investments Insurance

What Is an HSA (Health Savings Account)?

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David Rodeck | Oct 15, 2021

An older couple discusses life insurance policy changes with their two children.

Caregiving Healthcare Budgeting Insurance

Can My Life Insurance Cover Long-Term Care Costs?

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David Rodeck | Sep 13, 2021

A couple reviews their retirement savings with a financial advisor.

Work Investments Insurance

How to Make Your Retirement Savings Last

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David Rodeck | Sep 03, 2021

A retired couple laughs while managing their finances on a laptop.

Work Investments Insurance

Retirement Advice for People in Their 50s

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David Rodeck | Aug 04, 2021

A senior woman on the phone at her part-time job.

Work Wellness Investments

Considering Working in Retirement? Here's What to Keep in Mind

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David Rodeck | Jul 30, 2021

Seniors play games and talk in a sunny assisted living facility.

Home Caregiving Healthcare

What Is Assisted Living, and How Can It Help in Retirement?

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David Rodeck | Jul 19, 2021

Two grandparents sitting and laughing with their two grandchildren.

Budgeting Insurance Family

How Much Life Insurance Do You Need in Retirement?

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David Rodeck | May 24, 2021

A senior woman in a face mask speaks to a doctor also wearing a face mask.

Healthcare Insurance

What Is a PPO and How Does It Work?

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David Rodeck | Apr 14, 2021

A thoughtful senior woman looks out the window while sitting on her living room couch.

If You're Facing Long-Term Unemployment, Should You Consider Retirement?

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David Rodeck | Apr 11, 2021

What is Medicare supplement insurance?

Healthcare Insurance

What Is an HMO and How Does It Work?

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David Rodeck | Apr 09, 2021

A senior couple reviews documents to decide when to start collecting Social Security benefits.

Investments Budgeting

When to Start Collecting Social Security Benefits

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David Rodeck | Mar 18, 2021

A senior couple uses a laptop while estate planning for digital assets.

Budgeting Family

How to Go About Estate Planning for Digital Assets

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David Rodeck | Feb 15, 2021

A senior and his adult son discuss financial planning for retirement in a home office.

Healthcare Insurance

How to Compare Medigap Plans to Find the Right One for You

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David Rodeck | Feb 10, 2021

An older man works on a laptop while sitting in an outdoor patio.

Does Working After Full Retirement Age Increase Social Security Benefits?

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David Rodeck | Jan 04, 2021

A senior couple researches Medicare Supplement insurance plans on a laptop.

Healthcare Investments Insurance

When Can I Change My Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan?

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David Rodeck | Dec 29, 2020

A couple reviews their retirement savings with a financial advisor.

Budgeting Insurance Family

What Is a Beneficiary?

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David Rodeck | Dec 14, 2020

What is Medicare supplement insurance?

Healthcare Investments Insurance

What Is Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap)?

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David Rodeck | Dec 14, 2020

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