Richard Hoel was a traditional CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER until his son Scott was diagnosed with autism before he turned three. Suddenly, conventional financial planning topics and goals that he discussed with clients no longer fit his own family. Readers will learn from his family's experience in the Special Needs planning process and what pitfalls to avoid. Rick breaks down the process into easy to understand steps that are illustrated with case studies as well as his own personal stories to create a parent-friendly, approachable guide that does not read like a complicated textbook. Each chapter ends with a list of questions parents of children with autism need answers to. At the end of the guide, you will find a workbook to assist you in the planning process. Along with the sense of accomplishment you will receive from completing the workbook, the feelings of anxiety and stress you may have over many financial and planning issues will melt away by having answers to the questions asked in the book. Worry will be replaced by confidence; frustration by empowerment."