Medicare, the federal health insurance program primarily for Americans 65 and older, is a vital lifeline for millions of seniors. It ensures access to essential healthcare services, but it's important to note that it isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. Every year, during Medicare Open Enrollment, beneficiaries have the opportunity to make changes to their coverage to better suit their evolving healthcare needs.
ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) accounts offer people with disabilities a great, tax-free way to accumulate money without jeopardizing their qualifications for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and other means-tested programs. Withdrawals are tax-free as long as the money is used for “qualified disability expenses.”
Updates to CalABLE’s site and account platform will be happening this week. Here’s what you can expect from the changes and how it will impact you.
As a family with special needs, your journey is one of resilience, compassion, and unwavering love. Planning for two generations ensures that both your immediate and long-term financial needs are addressed, while simultaneously securing the financial well-being and future of your child.
There is a growing concern among some investors that the debt ceiling limit (controlled by Congress) and the spending plan (controlled by the President) will collide this summer. The history of federal government budgets, spending, debt ceiling limits, and shutdowns shows that these issues are complex and interrelated. They also reflect the political and economic challenges that the country faces at different times.
Given the recent headlines around bank failures, now is an excellent time to revisit how your money is protected.