Kevin J Pent, Chartered Special Needs Consultant

A couple of minutes on some staggering student loan figures and a couple of tips for keeping that number manageable for post degree life.

Personally, I always recommend working with a professional. More specifically, one who specializes rather than dabbling in everything.

With schedules and school being all over the place these last few months, be sure to stay focused on these important issues!

Data in the first couple of paragraphs is dated by a couple of weeks, but the economic write up after that is worth a read.

What are these government benefits I have been writing about protecting with proper estate planning? Click on my latest blog article to learn more. https://www.edelmanwealthmanagement.com//overview-of-gover #ewmg #specialneeds #govtbenefits

What is a supplemental needs trust, and do I need one? Also referred to as a 3rd Party SNT, these legal arrangements are created by a parent, family member or caregiver (also known as the grantor) of a child with special needs requiring lifetime care. To learn more click on the link below: https://www.edelmanwealthmanagement.com/blog #ewmg #3rdpartytrusts

Do you have a child with a disability that has received an inheritance, personal injury settlement or has assets in their name? Perhaps a First Party Special Needs Trust is something you should consider. Read my latest blog post to learn more. https://www.edelmanwealthmanagement.com//estate-planning-1 #ewmg #specialneeds #firstpartytrusts

Check out my latest blog article, the first in a mulitpart series on Estate Planning and stay tuned for next week's article! https://www.edelmanwealthmanagement.com//the-basics-of-est

In this latest blog article, my second in a two part series on guardianships, I discuss the reasons families should consider when thinking about the right option for their child. https://www.edelmanwealthmanagement.com//is-guardianship-t

Every parent wants what is best for their child. When it comes to parents of children with special needs, there are things parents need to consider with respect to their care when their child turns 18 and becomes a legal adult. In my latest blog article, my first in a two part series, I discuss the topic of guardianships for families of children with special needs. https://www.edelmanwealthmanagement.com//is-guardianship-t

I spent the early part of Mother's Day doing two things I am passionate about, running and supporting individuals with special needs. Sunday was the Rubin Run and what a fantastic event they put on, I'd suggest looking into one of their races next year or at least making a donation. It was a bit wet, I was covered in mud, slipped and fell crossing a foot bridge and I may have gotten lost to the tune of an extra 1.8 miles. All worth if for the special needs community!

Being a parent of a child with special needs comes with additional obligations unique to each child. Read my blog article to learn about the importance of working with an advisor who focuses on helping families of children with special needs. https://www.edelmanwealthmanagement.com//parenting-a-child