I feel like I'm playing double dutch, or more accurately, I'm prepping to jump into the double dutch ropes. Open enrollment begins with my company September 15th, less than one week from now. Until then my benefits office hasn't released any plan information. For Babe's employer, it doesn't begin until around October which is when mine ends. Sure there is probably room for changes should I need it, but that's the least of my worries.
We've started to lean towards finding an RE prior to our coverage period should their financial department be able to help us choose. With that information I've started to do research on RE's in the area and even those outside of it. Yesterday I contacted one about 30 minutes from my home who told me that an initial consultation would cost $150 without insurance coverage. Today I read reviews on one in my own city that offers a free seminar with consultation. Both seem reputable and have great reviews on third party sites. However the one in the I.E. would normally cost $300+ for an initial consultation leading me to believe that their costs are more than the other.
Like this blog, my brain is taking me in so many different directions I'm not really sure which is the best decision. For now, we've scheduled a free consultation at the I.E. RE's office for October 15th. Which incidentally will be 2 years since we've stopped all birth control and the day before Babe's birthday.
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