When it comes to securing the future for loved ones with special needs, understanding the latest changes in tax law is essential. The SECURE Act 2.0, which introduced a range of new rules for inherited retirement accounts, includes provisions that could significantly impact special needs beneficiaries.
In today’s world, staying connected online has become essential for everything from reviewing accounts to paying bills and staying in touch with loved ones. However, with this convenience comes the responsibility of protecting yourself from potential threats. We want to share a few simple cybersecurity tips to help you navigate the online world safely and with confidence.
Estate planning becomes even more complex when it involves the unique needs of a child with special needs. It’s not just about dividing assets equally among your heirs; it’s about ensuring that each child has the resources necessary to thrive in their individual circumstances.
One of the most important decisions you'll make as you approach retirement is when to start collecting Social Security benefits. While you can begin as early as age 62, waiting until a later age to claim your benefits can provide significant financial advantages.
In this edition of our newsletter, we’re highlighting a crucial but often overlooked aspect of Social Security benefits: Child-in-Care Spousal Benefits. This provision is especially important for special needs families where one spouse is eligible for Social Security and the other is providing care for a child.
As markets go up and as markets go down, your retirement savings likely needs to be adjusted i.e. rebalanced, for the changing times. Recently we have experience a nearly 45% rally in stocks over the last 18 months (S&P 500 12/31/22-6/30/24), if you have not rebalanced your 401k, you are likely overweight stocks to your intended allocation and may be unintentionally risking more of your hard earned savings that intended.