Special Needs Planning

Every family has different needs and circumstances when assessing whether a special needs trust or ABLE account is the better option for their loved one with disabilities.

Planning for the future of a child with mental illness involves careful consideration of their unique needs and circumstances.

The annual contribution limit for an ABLE account each year typically goes up in line with the annual gift tax exemption.

The early withdrawal penalty has been very effective at forcing retirement plan owners to keep money in their retirement accounts, but if a retirement account owner becomes disabled, the IRS will waive the 10 percent early withdrawal penalty.

Over the past year, the Social Security Administration has been making numerous improvements to its SSI program. These changes will make things a bit easier for SSI applicants as well as current recipients.

Imagine not being able to marry or even live with the person you love. The recently released documentary Patrice: The Movie, now available on Hulu, addresses this emotionally challenging conundrum.

The age to qualify for Medicare is 65. Although most Medicare enrollees are 65 and older, many younger people with long-term disabilities also receive Medicare. Roughly 12 percent of Medicare recipients are eligible because of their disability rather than age.

A lawsuit settlement must protect the injured person's long-term financial interests, health, and quality of life. Here are five key questions that should be answered before settling a personal injury claim.