Ep. 36: Highlights

Topic: Estate Planning for Busy Professionals: Overcoming Time Constraints and Common Barriers

In this episode, we discuss the following areas:

*How the perceived need to wait until "things calm down" results in an indefinite postponement of estate planning,

* The misconception that estate planning can wait until you're in your 60's, 70's, and beyond,

*How the struggles with mental fatigue and burnout are real and will push estate planning to the back burner,

and more.

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Ep. 35: Highlights

In this episode, we discuss the following areas:

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Ep. 34: Highlights

In this episode, we delve into the critical realm of estate planning, shedding light on 7 common mistakes made by women and providing actionable advice to avoid those mistakes:

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Ep. 33 Highlights

Topic: Elder Abuse & Exploitation

Special Guest:  Andre Lingham

Andre Lingham is the Founder & President of the Center for Elder Justice and Education.

Andre and I have a conversation about the following:

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Ep. 32 Highlights

Topic:  "Navigating Probate Costs: 6 Factors and Solutions"

In this episode, we delve into the complexities of probate costs and offer actionable strategies to alleviate financial burdens during the estate administration process. Join us as we explore the factors contributing to increased expenses in probate proceedings and provide practical solutions to streamline asset distribution and protect your legacy.

Highlights:

✅Understanding the factors contributing to increased probate costs.

✅ Practical strategies for minimizing financial burdens through comprehensive estate planning.

✅Tips for organizing assets, utilizing beneficiary designations, and implementing asset protection strategies to ensure efficient asset distribution and preserve assets for intended beneficiaries.

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Ep. 31 Highlights

Topic: Transforming Lives Through Decluttering and Organizing

Special Guest:  Mara Dowler, Owner of Bluebird Home Organizing.

Mara Dowler is a Platinum Level KonMari Consultant and Certified Organize 365 Paper Solution Organizer.

We discuss:

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Ep. 30 Highlights

Topic:  "Empower Her Legacy: Challenging The Dangerous Belief That Wives Don't Need Estate Plans"

In this episode, I address the case of John & Paula and the potential pitfalls of relying solely on John's estate plan. This episode is inspired by actual calls received by our estate planning firm.

Channeling my own journey, I highlight the empowerment that estate planning brings to women. By challenging the belief that wives don't need estate plans, I aim to encourage couples to embark on their estate planning journey together.

Important takeaways from this episode:

✔️Individualized estate planning is essential to ensure financial autonomy, security, and the fulfillment of personal wishes for both spouses.

✔️Estate planning is not just about dividing assets; it's a present-day shield for the well-being and security of individuals.

✔️By engaging in proactive estate planning, women become architects of their financial legacies, contributing to a legacy that resonates with their values.

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Ep. 29 Highlights

Topic:  JUMPStart Your Estate Plan In 7 Easy Steps

Important areas we will cover during this podcast are:

✔️Crafting your legacy compass,

✔️Looking beyond bank accounts,

✔️Understanding the human element in estate planning,

✔️ Recognizing life's impact on legacy, and

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Ep. 28 Highlights

Topic:  What You Need To Know: Maryland Intestacy Reform and the Domestic Partnership Registry

You will learn about major changes in Maryland's intestacy laws as of October 1, 2023 including:

✔️Transformative changes in Maryland's treatment of surviving domestic partners in intestate estates.

✔️Changes in the heirs next in line to inherit in scenarios with no surviving spouse, descendants, parents, grandparents, etc.

✔️Significant changes in the surviving spouse's share of an intestate estate,

✔️ The reason that estate planning is of the utmost importance right now.

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Ep. 27 Highlights

Topic:  Empowering Love and Legacies: 4 Reasons Couples Should Avoid Joint Wills

You will:

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