In this episode, Attorney Ruma Mazumdar, real estate and estate planning attorney and founder of Key Esquire, opens up about rebuilding life after divorce — emotionally, financially, and legally. She shares practical steps for navigating home buying or renting after separation, understanding post-divorce finances, and making clear-headed real estate decisions that protect your future.

00:00 – Introduction: Ruma shares her personal experience of starting over after divorce

Trust Issues: Only the kind that make you richer.

In this episode of Trust Issues: Only the Kind That Make You Richer, Attorney Ruma Mazumdar, founder of Key Esquire, breaks down the truth behind renting versus owning a home. Drawing from her own experience as a real estate and estate planning attorney who chooses to rent, Ruma shares practical insights about financial flexibility, cultural expectations, long-term planning, and what “stability” really means in today’s housing market.

00:00 – The pressure to own and why Ruma chooses to rent.

Trust Issues is a podcast hosted by Attorney Ruma Mazumdar, a real estate and estate planning attorney helping modern professionals make smarter financial and legal decisions. Each episode unpacks practical insights on wealth, homeownership, estate planning, and building a secure future—without losing your peace of mind.

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Trust Issues is hosted by estate planning attorney Ruma Mazumdar, who tackles the evolving challenges and innovations in law, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Through candid conversations with experts and disruptors, the show helps legal professionals build smarter, more resilient, and more human-centered practices in a digital-first world.

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In this eye-opening episode of Trust Issues, host Ruma Mazumdar sits down with Jesse Frye, an executive coach and AI expert, to explore the rapidly evolving intersection of AI and legal services. Together, they unpack the rise of agentic AI, what it means for lawyers, and how legal professionals can leverage automation to increase efficiency—without losing the human touch. From replacing mundane admin tasks to enhancing estate planning workflows, this conversation demystifies what AI can and can’t do for your firm and why fear shouldn’t hold you back from embracing it.

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Trust Issues is a podcast hosted by Ruma Mazumdar, focused on challenging norms in law, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Each episode features bold conversations with experts who are rewriting the rules in their industries—offering practical advice and strategic insights for forward-thinking professionals.

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Ruma Mazumdar shares her raw, unfiltered journey of building Key Esquire law firm from the ground up. From leaving a six-figure corporate job to navigating the challenges of hiring, firing, and establishing a sustainable business culture, this episode offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs in their early stages.

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00:01 - Introduction

00:07 - Beginning of Key Esquire's journey

03:45 - First year challenges and hiring experiences

06:30 - Leadership lessons and mindset shifts

08:15 - Working with a business coach

10:20 - Evolution as a CEO and current leadership approach

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“Trust Issues” is a podcast that explores the intricacies of building wealth through trust and integrity. Each episode delivers actionable insights and authentic stories from industry leaders and entrepreneurs.

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Ruma Mazumdar, founder of Key Esquire, breaks down why having just a will isn't sufficient for comprehensive estate planning. Through real client stories and expert insights, this episode explores the essential components of a modern estate plan, common misconceptions about wills, and why millennials need to start planning earlier.

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00:01 - Introduction

00:07 - Why a will alone isn't enough

03:15 - Case study: First estate planning client experience

05:30 - Understanding probate in New Jersey

07:20 - The pitfalls of DIY estate planning

09:10 - Why estate plans need regular updates

10:15 - Millennial perspective on estate planning

11:00 - Real consequences of not having a plan

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“Trust Issues” delivers practical insights on estate planning, wealth protection, and legacy building. Each episode provides actionable advice to help listeners make informed decisions about their financial future.

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In this episode, Ruma Mazumdar discusses the crucial intersection of real estate and estate planning. She explains how proper planning can transform property into generational wealth and highlights common pitfalls to avoid. The episode covers property titling, probate processes, tax considerations, and strategies to prevent family disputes over real estate inheritance.

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00:01 - Show introduction

00:08 - Episode topic introduction and importance of real estate in estate planning

02:30 - Property titling options and implications

04:15 - Understanding probate and how to avoid it

06:20 - Real estate as generational wealth

07:45 - Tax considerations and 1031 exchanges

08:45 - Preventing family property disputes

10:40 - Call to action and closing

About the Show:

"Trust Issues—Only the Kind that Make You Richer." is a podcast focused on helping listeners build and protect their wealth through proper legal planning. Hosted by Ruma Mazumdar, a real estate and estate planning attorney and founder of Key Esquire, the show provides practical legal insights for wealth protection.

In this debut episode, Ruma Mazumdar, founder of Key Esquire, shares her personal journey from corporate law to establishing her own firm. She discusses her immigrant background, experience in NYC law, and how personal transitions (including marriage, business launch, and divorce) shaped her approach to wealth building and protection. Ruma explains how Key Esquire helps clients navigate real estate transactions and estate planning with a human-first approach.

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00:01 - Show Introduction

00:08 - Ruma's background and immigrant upbringing

03:30 - Journey to founding Key Esquire

05:45 - Values and approach to client service

07:15 - Who Key Esquire serves

08:30 - Connection to real estate industry

10:15 - Working with Key Esquire process

11:30 - Personal money journey and business transformation

13:00 - Meaning behind Key Esquire name

14:24 - Outro and contact information

About the Show:

"Trust Issues—Only the Kind that Make You Richer." is a podcast focused on wealth building, protection, and legacy planning. Host Ruma Mazumdar brings her expertise as a real estate and estate planning attorney to discuss money, legal moves, and mindset shifts that weren't taught to many of us growing up.