Special Needs Certified Financial PlanningTM Blog
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July 8, 2024
Explore the balance of SSDI benefits with part-time work and the safeguards like TWP for special needs individuals.
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July 2, 2024
2024's ASNP conference shed light on evaluating pooled special needs trusts, highlighting their critical role and challenges.
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June 19, 2024
Explore the essential role of respite care in supporting caregivers of loved ones with disabilities for their well-being.
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June 10, 2024
Discover key 2024 SSI changes: No more food cost counts and simplified rent calculations to maximize Social Security payments.
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June 5, 2024
Explore tailored planning for children with special needs, ensuring financial security and supportive care for their futures.
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May 31, 2024
2024 update: IRS boosts ABLE account limit to $18,000, allowing individuals with disabilities to save more without losing benefits.
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May 24, 2024
Secure your special needs child's future with the right financial plan and trust. Ensure benefits eligibility and asset protection.
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January 17, 2024
A few of my recent conversations with families included the idea that you can save too much. Is it possible? Learn more...
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December 20, 2023
Learn about how upcoming minimum wage changes impact disability income and families with special needs children.
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September 27, 2023
Here are some DOs and DON’Ts while saving in your own ABLE account and how to optimize it as an ABLE account beneficiary
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September 7, 2023
Substantial Gainful Activity was a term defined by the Social Security Administration to define competitive work enough to justify not awarding cash benefits. Learn more.
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June 18, 2023
Is insurance a financial plan for families with special needs? Learn why this isn't the whole story and may not be enough.