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ABLE Account vs Special Needs Trust: Which Is Better?

2024-10-177 min read
Both ABLE accounts and special needs trusts protect benefits, but they serve different purposes. ## ABLE Accounts ### What They Are Tax-advantaged savings accounts for people with disabilities. ### Eligibility Disability onset before age 26. ### Contribution Limits $17,000/year (2024), lifetime varies by state. ### Benefits - Tax-free growth - Beneficiary can control - Simple to set up - Low cost ### Limitations - Asset cap ($100,000 for SSI purposes) - Medicaid payback at death - Limited to one account ## Special Needs Trusts ### Benefits - No contribution limits - No asset limits - Greater flexibility - Can be third-party (no payback) ### Considerations - More expensive to create - Requires trustee - More complex administration ## Using Both Together Many families use both: - ABLE for day-to-day expenses - SNT for larger amounts and long-term planning ## Make the Right Choice Pioneer Credit Solution helps you understand your options. Call 1-888-271-2293.

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