092. Interview: Kelly Nelson & Understanding ABLE Accounts_Full Discussion

2026-01-12

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Send us a textHosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) speak with Kelly Nelson about ABLE accounts, highlighting how they allow individuals with disabilities to save money without affecting SSI, Social Security, or Medicaid eligibility. The conversation covers key features such as tax advantages, online setup, gifting options, prepaid cards, and financial literacy tools, as well as the importance of opening an account early. They also discuss how ABLE funds can be used for health, independence, quality of...

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Hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) speak with Kelly Nelson about ABLE accounts, highlighting how they allow individuals with disabilities to save money without affecting SSI, Social Security, or Medicaid eligibility. The conversation covers key features such as tax advantages, online setup, gifting options, prepaid cards, and financial literacy tools, as well as the importance of opening an account early. They also discuss how ABLE funds can be used for health, independence, quality of life expenses, long-term savings, and managing back payments. Join the conversation!

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