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THE PARENT'S GUIDE to Estate Planning for Special Needs & Disabilities in Louisiana

  Inside, you'll learn:

  • What happens to your child if you pass away without a plan? 

  • What is a Special Needs Trusts, and how can it be used?

  • What are the different types of Special Needs Trusts?

  • What government benefits are available to your child? How do they qualify and maintain eligibility?

  • What strategies can I use to fund a Special Needs Trust? (including investments, real estate, life insurance, retirement accounts, and cash gifts)

  • What are ABLE Accounts and how they work alongside a Trust to offer tax-free savings?

  • What legal steps should you take to transition your child into adulthood and to transition in the event of your death?

  • How do you create a Letter of Intent to leave clear, practical instructions for the next caregiver?

  • Who should you pick to be the Trustee and manage the Special Needs Trust after you have passed away?

  • What can you do to plan for incapacity in the event you become ill or seriously injured and are unable to manage your affairs?

  • How do I plan for my other children, who are not disabled, so that they are not overlooked? (especially if they are minors)

  • What planning strategies should a blended family use?

  • How do I avoid the "SSI Trap" during a divorce to ensure my child remains protected? (and other tips and strategies for divorcing parents)

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Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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