Every heirloom tells a story — but when it’s time to settle an estate, those stories can be lost unless someone knows how to uncover them.

In this episode of The Wealth Transfer Podcast, Matt Templeton sits down with Tonya Adam, founder of When Pigs Fly Estate Sales & Auctions, to talk about the emotional, logistical, and even spiritual side of estate transitions.

With over 17 years of experience managing fine estates, luxury collections, and full home liquidations across Texas and beyond, Tonya has seen it all — from diamond rings hidden in shoes to love letters wrapped in ribbons from World War II. But what makes her work so unique is her compassion for families navigating loss and legacy at the same time.

Together, they discuss:

Why estate sales are an overlooked part of the wealth-transfer process

How Tonya helps families preserve stories and sentimental value, not just assets

Lessons learned from decades of helping people “let go” of what matters most

The rise of content creators reshaping the antiques and collectibles market

How families can prepare in advance to make estate transitions easier and fairer

If you or someone you love will someday inherit, downsize, or transfer wealth, this episode is full of wisdom, heart, and a reminder that stuff is just stuff — but stories are priceless.

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Guest: Tonya Adam

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