January has a way of creating pressure. New calendar. New promises. Same responsibilities. If you’re parenting or supporting a loved one with disabilities, you don’t get the luxury of “starting fresh” the way the internet likes to pretend. Your life is already full,...
Every family raising a child or supporting an adult with disabilities remembers the moment they first heard about SSI. Maybe it came from a school social worker, a hospital discharge coordinator, a regional disability agency, or another parent at a...
The Penn Medicine acquisition of Doylestown Hospital has left many employees wondering: What does this mean for my retirement savings? For years, you’ve been saving diligently through a 403(b) plan, and with this merger, there’s a strong chance that Penn’s retirement...
The merger of Doylestown Hospital with Penn Medicine has generated excitement for the hospital’s future and opportunities for expanded services. But for employees, major organizational changes can also bring uncertainty, particularly about job stability, changes in...
When considering how best to pass assets to loved ones, thoughtful planning offers a path to preserve what you’ve worked diligently to build. Taking a proactive approach today helps ensure that your family can benefit tomorrow by allowing yourself time to evaluate...
Pennsylvania Capital Gains Tax: What You Need to Know Capital gains taxes affect anyone who decides to sell their property, stocks, or other assets at a profit, not just large-scale traders. Even routine transactions can lead to taxable gains under certain conditions....
Estate taxes have the potential to significantly diminish the assets your heirs ultimately receive. For Pennsylvania residents, understanding how both federal and state rules may apply is an important step in protecting the wealth you’ve worked hard to build. With...
When setting up a special needs trust—or any type of long-term trust arrangement—families face a critical decision: who will serve as trustee, and how will the trust be managed? Traditionally, many families have turned to large financial institutions that offer...
Planning your financial legacy is an act of care, especially when a grandchild has disabilities. Many individuals seek ways to offer long-term protection, and a special needs trust can be an effective tool. This guide provides a look at how to put this protection in...
Business owners are faced with a difficult; and, at times frustrating responsibility. In addition to running their company and growing their business, they are challenged with the task of selecting a 401(k) plan that balances their personal retirement needs, the needs of the company, and importantly – the needs of their employees.