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     What Assets Are Not Counted When Applying for SSI?
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    By Lena Carrera
    In Disability Rights/Issues, General, Government Benefits, Special Needs Planning, Special Needs Resources
    Posted May 31, 2018

    What Assets Are Not Counted When Applying for SSI?

    Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that helps people with disabilities and very low incomes pay for food, clothing and shelter. SSI is often confused with Social Security [...]

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     The Advantages and Disadvantages of Structured Settlements
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    By Lena Carrera
    In Disability Rights/Issues, Estate Planning, Estate Planning Resources, General, Miscellaneous, Special Needs Planning, Special Needs Resources, Trusts
    Posted May 31, 2018

    The Advantages and Disadvantages of Structured Settlements

    The Advantages and Disadvantages of Structured Settlements When victims of medical malpractice and other catastrophic accidents receive awards in personal injury lawsuits, obtaining the award is [...]

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     New Tax Law Makes Changes to ABLE Accounts
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    By Jennifer Finch
    In Disability Rights/Issues, General, Legislative Updates, Special Needs Planning, Special Needs Resources, Taxes
    Posted March 21, 2018

    New Tax Law Makes Changes to ABLE Accounts

    Families taking advantage of ABLE savings accounts will have a little more flexibility in planning for special needs as a result of the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act signed into law by President [...]

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     After Tax Reform, Is Estate Planning Still Necessary?
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    By Jennifer Finch
    In Estate Planning, Estate Planning Resources, General, Legislative Updates, Taxes
    Posted March 21, 2018

    After Tax Reform, Is Estate Planning Still Necessary?

    The new tax legislation raises the federal estate tax exemption to $11.2 million for individuals and $22.4 million for couples. The increase means that an exceedingly small number of estates [...]

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     New to Texas? …And Other Life Events That Require An Immediate Estate Plan Update
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    By Jennifer Finch
    In Estate Planning, General
    Posted October 16, 2017

    New to Texas? …And Other Life Events That Require An Immediate Estate Plan Update

    New to Texas?ย  โ€ฆAnd Other Life Events That Require And Immediate Estate Plan Update   According to the Dallas Morning News, โ€œjob relocations by huge companies including Toyota, Liberty [...]

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     Is There a Difference Between “Supplemental” and “Special” Needs Trusts?
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    By Jennifer Finch
    In General, Special Needs Planning, Special Needs Resources
    Posted October 16, 2017

    Is There a Difference Between “Supplemental” and “Special” Needs Trusts?

    Is There a Difference Between “Supplemental” and “Special” Needs Trusts? Have you heard the terms “special” needs trust and “supplemental” needs [...]

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     Kids 18 and Older?  Do It Now:  Vital Legal Documents Your College-Aged Child Needs
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    By Jennifer Finch
    In Estate Planning, Estate Planning Resources, General, Living Will or Advance Directive, Power of Attorney
    Posted August 23, 2017

    Kids 18 and Older? Do It Now: Vital Legal Documents Your College-Aged Child Needs

    I get it โ€“ it runs counter-intuitive in so many ways: why on earth does my child need a Medical Power of Attorney?ย  He/she has me โ€“ Iโ€™m the parent!ย  Even though they still may be under our care [...]

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     Kids Under 18? Do It Now:  Name a Guardian for Your Minor Children
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    By Jennifer Finch
    In Estate Planning, Estate Planning Resources, General, Guardianship
    Posted August 23, 2017

    Kids Under 18? Do It Now: Name a Guardian for Your Minor Children

    We know itโ€™s hard. Thinking about someone else raising your children stops us all in our tracks. It feels crushing and too horrific to consider. But you must. If you donโ€™t, a stranger will [...]

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     Probate Lawyers Advise on Building Freedom From Court Interference Into Your Estate Plan
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    By Jennifer Finch
    In Estate Planning, Estate Planning Resources, General
    Posted August 1, 2017

    Probate Lawyers Advise on Building Freedom From Court Interference Into Your Estate Plan

    Probate Lawyers Advise on Building Freedom From Court Interference Into Your Estate Plan If you feel that the matters of your estate should be kept private and that your assets should be used for [...]

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     Estate Planning for Military Families
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    By Jennifer Finch
    In Estate Planning Resources, General
    Posted July 10, 2017

    Estate Planning for Military Families

    Estate Planning for Military Families Celebrating the 4th of July reminds us all how important it is to honor those that have served our country, and those who are currently serving. This time is [...]

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