Estate planning isn’t just for the ultra-wealthy. Priya and David Meister (CEO of Steward) break down a practical, values-first plan for your 30s: why a revocable trust plus pour-over will beats a will-only setup, how to pick trustees when family dynamics are messy, and the power of updating beneficiaries, granting trustee discretion, “cross-naming” trusted friends, and giving while living.

Takeaways:

• Get the core four in place: revocable living trust, pour-over will, durable power of attorney, and healthcare directive.
• Update beneficiaries across every account (401(k), brokerage, bank, insurance) and consider naming the trust.
• Separate “kid care” from “money care.” Guardians ≠ Trustees.
• Revisit your plan after major life events. Perfection isn’t required. Execution is.

  
  

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Guest Bio:

David Meister is the cofounder and CEO of Steward, a technology-forward estate planning platform pursuing trust company licensure so it can serve as a regulated, fiduciary trustee. A two-time founder (previously at Sidecar), David focuses on helping modern families create and administer customizable, attorney-backed estate plans that prioritize privacy, clarity, and better outcomes across generations.

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