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I work with a guy who received a decent settlement for his autistic son. It is in a trust and the court assigned a trustee.
He's not the greatest with money and has tried to "dip in" every now and then. Apparently in his case you are audited and need to show that the money was used for the benefit of the trustee. Hookers and blow are off the table, but reasonable living expenses and vacations are applicable.
Don't know about paying off a mortgage but I would think a certain percentage could go towards "comfortable, debt free lifestyle" as long as the house goes to the kid upon sale or her demise. But hey, what the heck do I know?
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