SSA Encourages Those on Disability to Work — Until It Doesn’t
The federal government says it encourages people receiving federal disability payments to find jobs—but sometimes ends up discouraging them from working at all, a study has found. People enrolled in […]
ABLE Accounts vs. Special Needs Trusts: Why Not Have It All?
If you have a child with disabilities, it is crucial to set money aside for the child’s future. At the same time, you need to consider your child’s access to […]
New and Improved” Tax Deductions for Special Needs Families
Unique tax benefits are available to families who have children with special needs. And thanks to recent changes in the tax code, there are opportunities to save substantial amounts of […]
Increases in SSI Starting Jan. 1
Starting this month, you will see increases in your social security checks. The cost-of-living adjustment in 2022 will be 5.9%, according to the Social Security Administration. The bump, which will […]
Estate Plan Annual Review Checklist
Estate Plans (that is, parents’ wills and trusts) are the foundation of a good Special Needs plan. Perhaps you prepared your documents decades ago, or have had significant changes since […]
Special Needs Planning Annual Review Checklist
As you reach milestones in your family’s special needs journey, it’s important to review your Special Needs Plan each year. By proactively monitoring and updating your Special Needs Plan and […]
