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When it comes to estate planning, one document can make all the difference in protecting your family and finances: the power of attorney. But not all POAs are the same. In this episode, Nick explains the key differences between a springing power of attorney and an immediat...

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When parents pass away without naming a guardian, who decides what happens to their children? In this episode, Nick explains why leaving this decision blank in your will—or not having a will at all—can leave your kids’ future in the hands of the probate court.

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When parents or spouses pass down an inheritance while they’re still alive, families can quickly find themselves in tricky territory. Parents helping with a down payment or a loan to a child can feel generous in the moment, but often raises hard questions. What’s fair? How...

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More families are facing the difficult reality of cognitive decline in parents or loved ones. What happens if dementia sets in before an estate plan is updated? Can changes still be made, and how do you know when it’s too late? In this episode, Nick breaks down testamentar...

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Leaving an inheritance to a child who struggles financially can feel like walking a tightrope. You want to provide support, but you don’t want your hard-earned legacy wasted, mismanaged, or taken advantage of. In this episode, Nick unpacks practical strategies to help pare...

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In this episode, Nick tackles a listener question about estate planning: Is it necessary to set up a trust to impose conditions on how an inheritance is distributed? Is their lawyer just trying to upsell them with unnecessary services? Nick breaks down when a will is suffi...

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Fifth Third Bank recently made headlines offering “free wills” to customers through an online partner. Sounds great… but as Nick explains, this offer may be more dangerous than helpful. In this episode, Nick breaks down the fine print of the program, reveals how these DIY ...

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It’s a tough topic, but a common one. In this episode, Nick answers a listener question: Can I disinherit one of my children without creating problems for the others? Nick walks through the right way to do this, and spoiler: leaving them $1 (like in the movies) isn’t the...

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A family member dies, and sometime later, you receive legal paperwork in the mail from a probate attorney or court. Maybe you were expecting an inheritance, maybe you weren't—but now you're staring at documents asking you to sign waivers, consents, or acknowledgments. Yo...

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Thinking about starting your estate plan but holding off because you might buy a business, inherit money, or move across the country? According to Nick, waiting is a mistake, and he’s got a great analogy to explain why. In this episode, he walks through what to do when y...

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Jimmy Buffett left behind a $275 million legacy, a boatload of beach vibes, and—surprise, surprise—a full-blown legal mess. In this episode, Nick digs into the estate drama brewing between Buffett’s wife and his longtime business manager. On paper, it looked like a smart s...

Here’s a situation most people don’t really think about: what happens if one of your beneficiaries dies before you do? It’s not just a legal formality, it’s a scenario that can create confusion, delay, and unintended consequences for your estate plan. If your plan doesn’t account for this possibility, state law might decide where the money goes, and the results could be far from what you intended.

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A family business is often more than just an asset—it’s a legacy. But passing it on after the death of the owner can create big challenges, especially when some heirs want to keep it running and others want out. In this episode, we dig into the legal and practical issues of transferring ownership of a family business through an estate plan. We’ll look at common scenarios where one child is involved in the business while others are ...

When it comes to estate planning, assigning roles to your loved ones can feel overwhelming, especially when you're considering putting one person in charge of multiple responsibilities. In this mailbag episode, Nick addresses a common listener question: Can my daughter be both the executor of my will and my healthcare power of attorney? Or is that too much for one person?

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Losing a spouse is an emotionally overwhelming experience, and in the midst of grief, legal and financial matters often feel like the last thing anyone wants to think about. But making sure your estate plan reflects your new reality is one of the most important steps you can take after a loss. This episode walks through the essential updates and reviews that surviving spouses need to consider.

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Today, Nick answers a thoughtful question from parents trying to strike the right balance: they want their kids to receive their inheritance at age 25, but also want to carve out early access for a first car or a home down payment. The catch? They’re worried about getting the numbers wrong, especially with inflation, rising costs, and the unpredictability of the future. Nick breaks down two smart strategies to help parents plan wit...

When people hear the term “power of attorney,” they often assume it’s a one-size-fits-all document that gives someone authority to handle everything if they become incapacitated. There are actually two completely different types of powers of attorney. In this episode, Nick breaks down how each one has its own purpose, responsibilities, and potential pitfalls. You’ll learn how they’re different, what each involves, and why choosing ...

When you set up a trust but don’t have a friend or family member you trust to manage it, what’s your next move? In this episode, we answer a question on a sensitive and critical decision in estate planning: how to choose the right corporate trustee? Should you go with a big national firm or a smaller local institution? Does it matter if you already have a relationship with the bank or company?

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When someone passes away, their bills and debts don’t just disappear, but that doesn’t mean their family has to rush to pay everything immediately. In this episode, we explain how debts are handled after death, what families (especially executors) need to do, and what to expect if no one has access to the deceased’s money yet. We’ll also clear up common fears about personal liability and explain how reimbursement works when someone...