How To Leave An IRA To A Child Who Has a Disability
SEPTEMBER 27, 2010 VOLUME 17 NUMBER 30 This is so confusing to clients, but it needn’t be. The rules are actually simpler than they seem. Stay with us, and we’ll walk you through it. OK, here’s the set-up: You have three children, one of whom (the youngest) has a disability. We’ve decided to name her […]
Support Can Be Awarded After Child’s Majority In Some Cases
APRIL 12, 2010 VOLUME 17, NUMBER 12 Most people are familiar with modern concepts of child support. It can be awarded to the custodial parent in a divorce proceeding. The amount of support is usually calculated by reference to standardized computations promulgated by the courts. A support award usually includes an automatic assignment of wages […]
Special Needs Trust Planning for Children With Disabilities
NOVEMBER 3, 2003 VOLUME 11, NUMBER 18 If your child has a disability you will have thought about what would happen on your death. Who will take care of your child? Who will pay for that care? Your estate plan can help address those concerns—and should probably include what most in the disability community call […]