What's Your Plan for After You Are Gone? - Ep #98
Welcome to Episode 98 of One for the Money. Benjamin Franklin once said, “Nothing is certain except death and taxes.” In this episode of One for the Money, we’re tackling one of those certainties: death—and more specifically, what happens to your assets and loved ones after you pass.
While we can't answer the big question of where we go when we die, we can answer the important question of what happens to your estate. This episode covers why estate planning is not just for the wealthy, but for everyone who wants to protect their family, preserve their legacy, and avoid unnecessary legal headaches.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
What an estate plan actually is (and what it includes)
The default estate plan you already have—whether you like it or not
Why probate court is costly, slow, and public—and how to avoid it
Real-life cautionary tales of celebrities who died without a plan
Why women are disproportionately impacted by poor estate planning
The 5 domains of financial planning and how estate planning fits in
The four key benefits of having a comprehensive estate plan:
Control
Family protection
Avoiding intestacy
Incapacity planning
The essential estate documents everyone should have
Common benefits of trusts—privacy, speed, control, and tax efficiency
A powerful mindset shift: think legacy, not death
Tips, Tricks, & Strategies
In the second half of the episode, we share a critical tip:
The biggest risk of not having an estate plan isn’t legal—it's emotional.
Estate plans aren't just about legal documents—they're about maintaining family unity. Hear real-life stories of how families were torn apart due to poor or unclear planning, and learn how to avoid becoming a cautionary tale.
Resources & References
Key Takeaway
If you don’t have an estate plan—or haven’t updated it in a while—this episode is your wake-up call. Talk to a trusted estate attorney and work with a Certified Financial Planner to ensure your family is protected and your legacy preserved.
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