The COBRAClarity Blog

Plain-English guides to the document in your mailbox.

Written for people who just lost a job and are trying to make sense of a 50-page COBRA notice. No jargon, no upsells hidden inside advice, no legal disclaimers posing as content.

COBRA Basics

What Is a COBRA Election Notice? A Plain-English Guide

What the notice is, what it's required to include, and what to actually do with it.

Deadlines

The COBRA 60-Day Deadline: What It Means and What Happens If You Miss It

How the clock actually starts, and what happens if it runs out on you.

Your Options

COBRA vs. ACA Marketplace: How to Think About the Choice

A neutral framework for deciding between continuation and the marketplace.

Cost & Premiums

How Much Does COBRA Cost? A Plain-English Breakdown

Where the 102% number comes from, why it feels so high, and what individuals and families typically pay.

How It Works

Can You Elect COBRA Retroactively? Yes, Here's How It Works

The most valuable feature of COBRA is also the one almost nobody realizes they have.

Eligibility

Who Qualifies for COBRA? A Plain-English Guide

Employer size rules, qualifying events, and the exceptions most people don't know about.

Duration

How Long Does COBRA Coverage Last? 18, 29, and 36-Month Rules

Three duration tiers, which one applies to you, and when each is extended.

Deadlines

COBRA vs. Special Enrollment Period: Which Clock Is Ticking?

Two 60-day windows start at once. Here's how they overlap and the trap most people fall into.

Coverage Details

Does COBRA Cover Dental and Vision? What Your Notice Actually Says

Almost always yes — but the pricing and election rules often surprise people.

Action Steps

What to Do When You Get a COBRA Notice: A Step-by-Step Checklist

A practical two-week decision sequence from the day the envelope arrives.

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