July 07, 2025

#43 Are BDBNs overrated?

34 minutes

They're seen as a “must-have” in estate planning. But… are Binding Death Benefit Nominations (BDBNs) actually essential for every client?

In this episode, we challenge the conventional wisdom around BDBNs — and ask whether we’ve all been giving them a little too much credit.

We unpack:

Situations where a BDBN makes sense — and where it might not

Why more certainty doesn’t always equal a better outcome when it comes to super

Less isn’t always lazy — sometimes it’s smart strategy.

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By Tara Lucke