In this episode, Wendy Jones and Lori-Ann Rickard discuss the best strategies for leaving assets to your children, emphasizing the importance of estate planning. They explore the benefits of a revocable living trust, the pitfalls of simply adding a child's name to a deed, and the role of a durable power of attorney. The conversation also highlights the need for proper funding of trusts and the advantages of consulting with an experienced estate planning attorney.

• The importance of a revocable living trust for inheritance.
• Why adding a child's name to a deed can be problematic.
• The role of a durable power of attorney in estate planning.
• How to properly fund a trust to avoid probate.
• The financial implications of not having an estate plan.
• The benefits of consulting with an experienced estate planning attorney.
• Practical steps for effective estate planning.
• The impact of probate on inheritance.
• Ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
• The necessity of having essential documents in place.

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