10 Tips to Consider for Special Needs Planning
Careful planning for a loved one with special needs is critical in protecting their future. This article offers tips and a comprehensive approach to care and financial support without affecting government benefits.
A Vocational Training Program for Students With Disabilities
Many parents are unaware of a half-billion-dollar federal program providing funding to states that is supposed to help students with disabilities enter the workforce when they leave high school.
Passing Retirement Benefits to a Child With Special Needs
Many parents have their retirement savings socked away in 401(k)s and IRAs. There are ways for beneficiaries to avoid paying taxes on the funds prematurely, but when a beneficiary has special needs, things get thorny.
5 Things Your Fiduciary Needs to Know Before You Die
5 Things Your Fiduciary Needs to Know Before You Die You might think you have a solid estate plan – but if your fiduciary doesn’t know the basics, they could face legal and financial chaos after a loved one dies. Here are 5 things they need to know—before they’re in the middle of it: […]
How Education Cuts May Affect Students With Disabilities
The second Trump administration has recently made significant budget cuts to the United States Department of Education and has made clear its intention to close the department permanently.
Lawsuit Threatens Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
In September 2024, 17 states filed a lawsuit, Texas v. Becerra, against the United States arguing that Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is unconstitutional.
ABLE Accounts: When the Beneficiary Is No Longer Disabled
If an ABLE account has been set up for a person with special needs, what happens to the account if the beneficiary no longer qualifies as “disabled” according to IRS regulations due to medical improvement or inaccurate diagnosis?
How to Report Income for SSI Benefits
Because Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility and benefit amounts depend on financial need, recipients must report all sources of income to the SSA.
Social Security Simplifies Online SSI Application
The Social Security Administration has launched a simplified online application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for some adults.
How Medicaid Changes Could Affect People With Disabilities
Some pundits claim that the Trump administration is considering cuts to the Medicaid program that could be detrimental to people with disabilities and other populations.
