Joe The Health Insurance Pro

Most self-employed people learn about health coverage through conversations - not comparison websites.

A friend finds a better plan. Someone else discovers a subsidy they didn’t know existed.

That’s how good information spreads.

If you’re still figuring out your options, I’m here to help break it down in plain language.

DM me anytime.

Your deductible isn’t just a random number - it’s what you pay before your health plan starts sharing costs.

That’s why the cheapest monthly premium isn’t always the cheapest plan overall.

A lower premium with a high deductible can cost more depending on how often you use care.

Knowing how to read a plan comparison changes everything.

If you want help breaking it down, I’m here.

Saturday mornings hit differently when you’re surrounded by other self-employed people who get it.

That’s where referrals happen. Real conversations. Real advice.

Most of my clients find me through someone saying, “Talk to my health insurance guy.”

If you’re navigating coverage alone, you don’t have to.

DM me anytime - I’m happy to help.

Independent business owners know every line item in their budget - but benefits are often the missing piece.

The right HSA + health plan can lower premiums and give you tax-advantaged savings for medical costs.

For self-employed owners, that matters more than most realize.

If you want help figuring out whether an HSA makes sense for you, send me a message.

It was just National Small Business Week - a reminder that running your own business is hard enough.

Getting quality health coverage shouldn’t be.

Self-employed workers deserve strong benefits options too. You just need someone who knows how to find them.

That’s what I do.

If you’ve been putting off coverage, let’s talk this week. No pressure, just straight answers.

Open enrollment doesn’t wait for you to feel ready.

When you’re self-employed, you are the HR department.

That means knowing your enrollment dates, understanding what changed in your plan, and checking if your income affects subsidy eligibility.

Three things. Thirty minutes. Done.

If you want a second set of eyes on your options, I’m here.

Most self-employed partners assume they each need separate health plans.
That assumption can get expensive.

When business partners compare options together before open enrollment, they often find better coverage, lower costs, and fewer gaps.

It’s not complicated - it’s just a conversation most people skip.

If you and your business partner want a clearer picture of your options, DM me. No pressure, just clarity.

Most people look at the wrong number first.

The premium grabs attention - but the deductible determines what you actually spend.

For the self-employed, that difference is everything.

Low usage? Higher deductibles can work.

Frequent care? The math flips fast.

Know your usage before you choose.

If you want help breaking it down, I’m here - no pressure, just clarity.

Freelancers compare health plans more than you think - and someone in your network already has insights you don’t.

The difference between a good plan and an expensive mistake comes down to what you look at.

Not the premium - focus on deductible, out-of-pocket max, and network.

Most 1099 workers choose based on monthly cost. That’s usually the costly move.

If you want help breaking it down, that’s what I do.

DM me and we’ll go line by line.

Your premium went up for 2026. No context - just a higher bill.

Here’s why: 1099 workers are getting hit harder than large employer plans. Less bargaining power, more market volatility.

Knowing that changes how you shop. Don’t just react to the price - compare plans based on how you actually use healthcare.

This week: pull your current plan and compare at least two others.

If you want a second set of eyes, that’s what I’m here for.