Takeaways Raising children takes a great deal of time, energy, and money. According to 2022 data, the average estimated cost of raising a child born in 2015 from birth to age 17 was more than $300,000.
Takeaways Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft have transformed the way people travel, offering convenience, affordability, and accessibility that traditional taxis often lack. For individuals with disabilities, these services can be both a valuable
Takeaways Careful planning for the future of a loved one with special needs is one of the most critical life-protecting tasks you will ever provide for them. To approach the planning process in a meaningful
Takeaways Many parents have their retirement savings socked away in 401(k) plans and individual retirement accounts (IRAs). Retirement assets make up approximately one-third of all household financial assets in the United States. At the end
Takeaways Having a disability can pose challenges when it comes to finding — and maintaining — gainful employment. People with disabilities have much lower labor force participation than the general population. Many disabled people in
Think you’re finished with your planning project because you’ve signed the many, many documents your attorney prepared? Not so fast! You must now “fund” your plan. “Funding” means transferring asset ownership and updating beneficiary designations
Takeaways The second Trump administration has recently made significant budget cuts to the United States Department of Education. This past month, Secretary of Education Linda McMahon announced layoffs for nearly half of the department’s workforce. In February, $881
Takeaways A decades-old law guaranteeing rights to people with disabilities is under threat. In September 2024, 17 states filed a lawsuit, Texas v. Becerra, against the United States arguing that Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
Takeaways Disabled parking permits enable individuals with mobility issues to access businesses and public spaces more easily. These permits come in various forms, each intended to meet different needs. Understanding the types, the process for obtaining them,
Takeaways Supplemental Security Income is a federal program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). It is designed to provide financial assistance to individuals with limited income and resources who are blind, disabled, or are
