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Should You Self-Insure Your Long-Term Care?

Seven questions to ask yourself when considering whether to buy a policy or pay for the care out of your own pocket

By Cheryl Winokur Munk
People have to be careful of their guesses about how long they will live or the type of care they may need. Illustration: Alex Nabaum

For many people, the question of needing some type of long-term care isn’t if, but when. How to pay for that care is another question altogether.

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