Estate planning can be difficult for people to face, and unfortunately, it doesn’t get any easier when guardianship comes up. Many young families struggle with the decision-making around this – no one wants to think about what will happen to their children if they are no longer around. But as much as parents try to avoid it, it is one of the most critical decisions parents can make. We often find that clients are surprised by how complex guardianship can be. It is not quite as simple as jotting down Aunt Jane’s name and moving on with your day. There are many things to consider, and you want to get it right so everyone involved can transition and maintain their lifestyle as comfortably as possible. 

In this episode of Absolute Trust Talk, Kirsten and Madison team up to discuss: 

• What guardianship is
• The guardianship processes
• The different situations when guardianship is necessary 
• The different types of guardianship
• How to select the right guardian

And more!

There are many reasons to put off selecting a guardian, but we urge you to take a minute to think about your children. If your family ever finds themselves in the difficult situation of needing a guardian, will your kids and family have the comfort of knowing what you want for them? Or will you leave it up to the court to decide for you? We hope you will listen to this episode and share it with your friends and family because guardianship is a topic every family should discuss.