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What to Know Before Beginning Special Needs Planning

April 27, 2026 | Shannon Laymon-Pecoraro

You have spent years thinking about what happens to your child after you are gone. For families with a loved one who has a disability, that question shapes every financial decision and every…

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How to Set Up a Special Needs Trust With Professional Trustees

April 24, 2026 | Shannon Laymon-Pecoraro

You have spent years thinking about your loved one’s future. What happens when you are no longer there? What happens if a well-meaning relative leaves them an inheritance without realizing it could…

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Special Needs Planning for Adults

August 26, 2025 | Shannon Laymon-Pecoraro

A social worker says “spend down,” and suddenly you are responsible for decisions that affect your loved one’s entire future. You may already have savings, life insurance policies, or a plan in…