Most people think a power of attorney is a single document that covers everything. But that's one of the biggest misconceptions in estate planning. In reality, there are two completely different powers of attorney—one for your finances and one for your health care. In this episode, we'll explain what each document does, why you need both, and how choosing the wrong person can create major problems when your family needs help the most.

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In this mailbag episode, Ted tackles three important estate planning questions from listeners. He discusses options for parents who want to provide for their children without handing over an inheritance too soon, addresses what can happen when an executor named years ago is no longer in the picture, and explains some common misconceptions about debts, estates, and heirs after someone passes away. 

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You did the right thing. You hired an attorney and got your estate plan done. But what if the problem isn’t whether you have a plan… it’s whether it was done right? In this episode, we walk through some of the most common mistakes we see, including ones that even experienced attorneys can make, and how those small oversights can lead to big problems down the road.

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Ted answers listener mailbag questions on some of the most common estate planning challenges, focusing on how to protect assets, provide for loved ones, and plan ahead with confidence. He explains how to structure inheritances for young children, including when and how to distribute assets as they grow, and why it’s better to put a plan in place early rather than wait for complete certainty.

Ted also discusses what small business owners should consider in succession planning, along with practical ways to help reduce family conflict over a will, including the use of trusts and carefully drafted estate planning provisions.

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If you’re heading into surgery, there’s always that quiet question in the back of your mind… what if something goes wrong? It’s not fun to think about, but a little preparation now can make a huge difference for the people you care about. In this episode, we walk through what to review before surgery, so your wishes are clear, and nothing gets left to chance.

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You've got questions, we've got answers. 

In this episode, Ted tackles 3 common estate planning questions:

• How often should you review or update your estate plan?
• What happens when a child is added to a parent’s bank account or home title before death?
• Can your executor or power of attorney live out of state?

If any of these questions are on your mind, this one’s for you!

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A family business isn’t just another asset — it’s a legacy. But when it’s time to pass it on, emotions and money can collide fast. What happens when one child works in the business and another doesn’t? What if some heirs want to sell and others want to stay? In this episode, we break down practical ways to transfer a family business without turning succession into a family feud.

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In this mailbag episode, Ted answers listener questions about whether probate really takes years, explaining how smaller estates can often be handled quickly and efficiently. He also breaks down how to properly include digital assets- like email, social media, and crypto- in your estate plan. Finally, Ted discusses the complexities of owning property in multiple states.

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When someone dies, their bills don’t disappear. But that doesn’t mean the family has to scramble to pay everything. In this episode, we walk through what really happens to debts after death, what executors need to know, and how to handle bills when no one even has access to the money yet.

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718-233-2903
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Ted answers listener mailbag questions covering some of the most common estate planning concerns families face. He discusses how to structure inheritances for children of different ages—while keeping things fair—and shares practical strategies for passing down family heirlooms without creating conflict. Ted also explains how to know whether an existing power of attorney will still hold up in the event of incapacity and when it may be time for an update.

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718-233-2903
Website: https://www.alatsaslawfirm.com/