This week’s top story: When you want to leave your medicare advantage plan but feel stuck. In other news: How the SVB collapse still ripples through banking, 5 financial mistakes to avoid when you are self-employed, and what small-business owners need to know about NIL sponsorships.

When You Want to Leave Your Medicare Advantage Plan — But Feel Stuck
How to get out of your Medicare Advantage plan if it’s not right for you — and what to do if there are no good alternatives.

How the SVB Collapse Still Ripples Through Banking, 1 Year Later
Five banks failed last year, including Silicon Valley Bank. Keeping your money FDIC-insured goes a long way to prepare you for any future bank collapse.

5 Financial Mistakes to Avoid When You Are Self-Employed
Self-employment can be rewarding, but it can also be expensive when you make certain financial mistakes.

What Small-Business Owners Need to Know About NIL Sponsorships
Small-business owners can use name, image, likeness sponsorships, but should be intentional and avoid investing simply as fans.