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ACA Open Enrollment 2027: What It Costs and How to Pay Less

ACA Open Enrollment 2027: What It Costs and How to Pay Less
Posted By: Roger The Great on September 15, 2026


Open enrollment for 2027 Marketplace coverage runs November 1, 2026, through January 15, 2027, on HealthCare.gov. Pick a plan by December 15, and your coverage starts January 1. The larger tax credits that held premiums down through 2025 are gone.



Under the IRS's 2027 figures, you're expected to…

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