One of my friends is about to be dumped off their parents' health insurance and are in the all-american sweet spot of 'too-poor to afford insurance', 'too-rich for medicaid'. We joked about getting married so they could get on my insurance because my union takes care of me pretty good but I'm worried I don't understand the implications enough to make a good decision.
What does getting married actually mean?
Read deeply about your insurance policy.
First, it may not matter if you’re married. It may allow for domestic partnerships. If allowed read about what the insurer accepts as proof of domestic partnerships.
Second, how much will it add to your premiums.
Third, how long does it take to kick in.