Lifestyle

If you have a child or other family member who has special needs due to physical or mental conditions, you face a variety of challenges planning for their care, including financial ones. You may also have some well-meaning relatives who want to help, but who may not realize that their moves could actually result in some serious lifestyle and monetary problems for your loved one. Fortunately, by planning ahead, you can avoid these potential traps.

If you are overwhelmed and/or anxious as a results of last week’s severe winter weather, you’re not alone. The winter storm affected all 254 Texas counties, and some are predicting a record number of insurance claims will be filed in the state. While natural disasters often bring out the best in people, as neighbors and even strangers help meet the needs of others, they also bring out scam artists and disreputable businesses. Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises residents who suffered damage as a result of last week’s storm to be on the lookout for scammers intending to advantage of those who need assistance,