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Kate Ashford, CSA®

Lead Writer & Spokesperson
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How I Think About Money “I write about personal finance because it's one of the most essential yet confusing parts of our lives, and too often people have to navigate it alone. My goal is to translate the complicated stuff so people feel informed and empowered. ”
21+ Years of Experience
180+ Articles Written
75K+ Readers Reached
Previous experience
Money, Good Housekeeping, Forbes, BBC, Monster
Education
B.A. in sociology from University of Virginia, M.S. in journalism from Northwestern University
Organizations
Association of Health Care Journalists
Awards
Fellow, Gerontological Society of America Journalists in Aging Fellows Program (2023)
Kate Ashford is a writer and spokesperson for NerdWallet. She is a certified senior advisor (CSA)® and has more than 20 years of experience writing about personal finance. Previously, she was a freelance writer for both consumer and business publications, and her work has been published by the BBC, Forbes, Money, AARP, LearnVest and Parents, among others. She has a degree from the University of Virginia and a master’s degree in journalism from Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism. Kate has appeared as a Medicare expert on the PennyWise podcast by Lee Enterprises, and she's been quoted in national publications including Healthline, Real Simple and SingleCare. She is based in New York.
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Medicare Basics: What You Should Know Before Enrolling | NerdWallet

Medicare is the federal government health insurance program for people who are 65 and older, and younger people living with certain illnesses or disabilities. Kate Ashford breaks down Medigap, Medicare Advantage, and the various parts of Medicare to ensure you understand everything about the insurance program. Suggested Articles: What Is Medicare, and What Does It Cover?: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/insurance/medicare/what-is-medicare What Is a Medicare Advantage Plan?: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/insurance/medicare/what-is-a-medicare-advantage-plan #NerdWallet #Medicare #MedicareAdvantage Subscribe to NerdWallet - https://bit.ly/3wGvVf3 About NerdWallet: We’re NerdWallet. And we’re not your typical finance company. We believe that everyone should be able to make financial decisions with confidence. We’ve built a team of Nerds with the knowledge, passion, and skills to make that happen. Thanks to our Nerdy experts, see side-by-side comparisons and objective reviews of the best credit cards, bank accounts, and so much more — so you can get even more financial clarity. It’s the smartest decision for all your financial decisions. Disclaimer: This video is for informational and educational purposes only. NerdWallet does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks or securities. Any comments posted under NerdWallet's official account videos are not reviewed or endorsed by NerdWallet or representatives of financial institutions affiliated with the reviewed products unless explicitly stated otherwise. Avoid disclosing personal or sensitive information such as bank accounts or phone numbers. NerdWallet employees do not offer personalized financial advice and will not respond to posts here. Connect with NerdWallet: Follow NerdWallet on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@nerdwallet Follow NerdWallet on Instagram: https://instagram.com/nerdwallet Follow NerdWallet on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NerdWallet Follow NerdWallet on Facebook: https://facebook.com/NerdWallet NerdWallet Website: https://nerdwallet.com Medicare Basics: What You Should Know Before Enrolling | NerdWallet https://www.youtube.com/c/nerdwallet

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