Resources & Insights

Summer may be winding down, but the impact of seasonal spending can carry into the months ahead. A thoughtful financial reset can help bring budgets, savings, and future priorities back into focus. It may also be the right time to make sure long-term investments still reflect your goals.

Are your financial decisions driven by bias? Learn how to identify common behavioral traps and make smarter, more confident money choices.

This article explores two key financial tools designed to support individuals with disabilities [ABLE accounts and Special Needs Trusts (SNTs)] highlighting how each can help manage savings while preserving eligibility for essential benefits like SSI and Medicaid. It outlines eligibility requirements, contribution limits, tax advantages, and distribution rules, while comparing the flexibility and accessibility of ABLE accounts with the long-term protection and structure of SNTs. By understanding the strengths and limitations of each option, readers can make more informed decisions about how to build financial security and improve quality of life for themselves or their loved ones.