Your Estate Ally

During Covid19 an increase in Do it Yourself DIY Wills happened. What is a valid will? What problems happen with DIY Wills? Just because it's an online form or software you buy, does not mean the will is valid. Often intent and reality of what is written are two different things.

What is asset protection in estate planning? Proposed tax increases, low business valuations, high national debt are a few reasons to consider protecting assets now with advanced estate planning options.

Many people hesitate and wait to put an estate plan in place. What Ifs are curve balls that are thrown at us during life. Not being prepared for What Ifs is reactive. This podcast asks What Ifs for proactive planning.

Erin Suelmann, Current Director of Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis talks about the work and support DSAGSL gives to families and individuals. Erin talks about the virtual transitions that took place during COVID-19 and future plans.

Erin Suelmann is the current director of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis. She shares how her brother affected her life and career choice and working with Down Syndrome. She also talks about her role with DSAGSL.

I have a guest speaker, Hooma Shah, a Family Law Attorney. She gives some tips on how co-parenting can work to create good memories for the holidays. Sheri adds suggestions for including grandparents into the visits during Covid-19.

Senior women are a vulnerable population where Intimate Partner Violence is often underreported. Elder abuse is a prevalent problem not only in nursing homes, or from strangers, but more often comes from trusted people, children and even spouses or partners. Abuse from spouses and partners is a separate form of violence against women.

Elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation is sadly increasing for Seniors age 60 years and over. What are the signs? Knowing the signs of abuse and neglect may help save your loved one or senior friend from harm and financial scams. This podcast reviews emotional abuse, neglect of seniors.

Often people want to leave money to a charity upon death. How do you give money to charity? What do you need to do to make sure the charity is legitimate? Attorney Sheri Tucker talks about charitable trusts and how to avoid scams.

What is Probate? A person works hard and then puts a Will in Place. What is the next step a family member or Executor needs to take?