Obamacare's Open Enrollment: Who, When, and How?

It's that time of year again! The Affordable Care Act (ACA) open enrollment has kicked off, giving millions of people a chance to sign up for health insurance or switch their current plan. This all started on November 1st, 2024, and wraps up on January 15th, 2025. So, who can join in? Well, if you live in the US, are a citizen or lawfully present noncitizen, and aren't currently locked up, you're in. But hold onto your hats, because changes made before December 15th kick in on January 1st, while those made later start on February 1st.Though many Americans still get health coverage through their jobs, a whopping 45 million are already in on ACA, according to a recent study. If you're curious about joining them, you'll need to visit Healthcare. gov. This site will guide you through creating an account and signing up. Just be aware that if you live in one of the states running their own marketplace, you might get redirected. But don't stress, it'll still be easy to find what you need. Don't forget, the ACA marketplace is there to help everyone, regardless of their income. Though some lower-income folks might snag cheaper plans, there's no upper limit. So, why wait? Get started now and make sure you're covered for 2025.