EQUITY e-newsletter: February 2010
Up one levelAsset accumulation and economic self sufficiency for people with disabilities - the work continues
Feature
What began in the basement of a DC bank has grown into a national movement and call to action because of the commitment and leadership that thousands of people across the United States dedicated to building a better economic future for Americans with disabilities. Read Johnette Harnett's inspiring piece, "The Silver Lining."
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Program of the Month
Since 2001, Proyecto Visión has developed an infrastructure to provide positive employment outcomes for Latinos with disabilities by bridging the culture/language gap, creating culturally appropriate responses to the group's particular needs, and by providing role models and mentors. In 2008 PV began to shift its focus to Latino and other youth with disabilities from underserved populations so they may successfully transition from school to higher education, attain sustainable independent living, and employment outcomes.
Profile of the Month
Find out more about Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) and how through hard work, persistence, and by combining a variety of resources together, Richard Johnson, accomplished his dream.
Tip of the Month
As we enter the second Month of the new decade, EQUITY takes this opportunity to provide financial tips to help you save money, reduce dept, build an emergency savings account, fund retirement and to refinance your home. It’s time to put all those financial New Years commitments into action! Thanks to bankrate.com for their series of financial tips for 2010.
EQUITY Responds: WID Answers Your Questions
I just got something in the mail from my plan administrator that says I am eligible to convert my traditional IRA into a Roth IRA. What is my plan administrator talking about, what is the difference between a traditional and Roth IRA, why would I convert?