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Mindy Neira, CFP®, ChSNC®

ABLE Accounts: A Special Needs Consultant Breaks Down Common Myths

A teenage clerk arranges items on a grocery store shelf.

When Jordan turned 18, her parents wanted to support her journey toward financial independence. Jordan, who is autistic, was still in high school and had just started a part-time job at a local grocery store.

To help her manage this new stage of life, her family opened an ABLE account. Through this account, she was able to use a debit card to pay for transportation and job training, supporting her ability to grow while preserving her eligibility for government benefits.

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