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Monthly Archives: August 2024

Understanding the role of ABLE Accounts in special needs plans

Able Accounts Can Play a Key Role In Special Needs Plans

By Andre O. McDonald |

Special needs plans that utilize ABLE accounts can enhance quality of life for people with disabilities, offering financial protection while preserving access to public benefits for some individuals.  Living with a disability can present numerous financial challenges. Many people with disabilities bear the costs of health care, accessible vehicles, assistive technologies, and more. According… Read More »

Benefits of using a structured settlement to fund a special needs trust

Funding a Special Needs Trust With a Structured Settlement

By Andre O. McDonald |

If you win a personal injury lawsuit, you may receive your award in a lump sum or as a structured settlement. With a structured settlement, you will receive payments over time; you may opt for a substantial initial amount, with lesser succeeding payments to provide for lost income. These periodic payments don’t count for… Read More »

Understanding the role of conditional gifts in estate planning and your child's inheritance

What Conditions Can I Put on My Child’s Inheritance?

By Andre O. McDonald |

You have two primary options for leaving an inheritance to a child. The most straightforward is to give it to them in a single lump sum, with no strings attached. But this might not be the best option for some children. You may be concerned about the child’s ability to handle the money responsibly,… Read More »

Can I exclude my spouse from my will ?

Can I Leave My Spouse Out of My Estate Plan?

By Andre O. McDonald |

The relationship between spouses is special in all contexts, not the least of which is the estate planning context. In many instances, you can exclude people from your estate plan, including your parents, siblings, and adult children. That being said, depending on the circumstances surrounding your marriage, you may be wondering – “Can I… Read More »

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