What's in a Name? Special Needs Trusts v. Supplemental Needs Trusts
Sep 18, 2026
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What's in a Name? Special Needs Trusts v. Supplemental Needs Trusts
At Bellomo & Associates, we are committed to client education. In this episode, Jeff discusses the differences between a Special Needs Trust and a Supplemental Needs Trust as part of that commitment. Our Special Needs Workshop offers another opportunity to learn these key concepts.
Our Estate Planning Workshop focuses on pre-planning activities, such as Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Asset Protection Trusts.
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