People always want to pass their estate smoothly to their heirs after they pass away. Many conversations with families revolve around who gets what. An even better conversation incorporates questions about why, when, and how the inheritance will pass. However, there are certain situations where your heirs may not even want what you leave to them. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Picking the right fiduciaries is one of the most important parts of estate planning. After all, you need to decide who will be responsible for taking care of you, your finances, your inheritance, and your children! Once you’ve set your plan up, should you tell the people you have chosen? How much do they need to know? Isn’t some of this private? Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
One of the hardest parts of estate planning is deciding who you can count on to carry out your wishes. While they are required to take care of you/your estate and they must follow your instructions, they will have some leeway and decision-making power on their own. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Setting a transfer on death (aka TOD or POD) or a beneficiary designation on an account can be an easy way to direct the inheritance after you’re gone. It is quick, (usually) easy, and best of all, you don’t need to hire a professional to do it! However, there are a number of pitfalls to watch out for and situations where they may not go as planned. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Passing property along can be a challenge, but trying to do so with multiple parties involved gets even more difficult. Today we're going to run through a long list of considerations and questions we pose to clients that want to include a vacation home in their estate plan. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Trusts are great estate planning tools for families but is one enough? Is there ever a situation where you might need more than one? We'll dive into the scenarios on this episode. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
This episode is all about how to build an estate plan if you have a child with special needs. You may wish to leave them an inheritance, or set up proper care for them once you pass. Careful planning beforehand is absolutely crucial in this area especially if the child is receiving assistance from the government. Nick will talk about some efficient strategies he uses in his practice and some considerations to keep in mind as you build out your plan. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePla...
Social media accounts are as popular as ever. Most people in USA have accounts on many different platforms. Cryptocurrency has gotten a lot of press recently (Bitcoin being the most popular). However, it brings up a broader question about digital assets and how they work within your estate plan. While electronic/digital accounts, banking, etc. can make things easier in your everyday life, it can make things more complicated after someone gets sick or passes away. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@Cinci...
Many people have pets. Sometimes, they love them more than their own children (or at least they are better behaved). Some require more specialized care or attention than others. Some are expensive to care for. Many families are worried about their pets going to a shelter if no one wants to take care of them (hopefully at least a no-kill shelter). Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Most of what we talk about is how to make the best of a tough situation (getting sick, passing away), and how to make sure things go smoothly. Good estate planning is a selfless act, you want to make sure things are set up properly and easily for those you leave behind. But…what if you DON’T want to make things easier for your family? What would you do? Here are Nick’s tips on what to do if you want to cause stress for your family after you’re gone. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePla...
Might seem counter-intuitive to what we’ve already discussed, but, dead people do have an estate plan (even if they didn’t write one themselves before passing). Each state has a default formula to fall back on if there is no plan. However, it usually doesn’t go the way you want it to. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
There are tons of scams/rip offs, etc. out there. However, for someone dealing with a probate case or buying/selling a house, they seem to get bombarded. Why is this happening, how do they get your information, and what can you do to protect yourself? Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
We rip on probate court a lot in this podcast. What can I say, it is a government-run inheritance program? It does have its purpose, and it is certainly needed as a backup. However, here are some specific situations where the headaches of probate can be amplified (and when it might be important to look at ways to avoid probate). Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
There are a lot of moving parts (and documents) in a COMPLETE estate plan. Many families get into trouble by randomly picking one-off documents while neglecting others, or not by making sure everything is reviewed and put together at the same time with the same overall plan. Just like kitchen appliances, you don’t want to get your dishwasher, microwave, stove, and fridge from 4 different brands at 4 different stores are 4 different times. Each document serves a specific purpose, but they also wo...
Throughout the years, Nick has seen many situations where families come in to start estate planning during a crisis. Sometimes he's able to help out these families, but sometimes it's too late to put together a plan. We will discuss different crisis scenarios on today's show and what solutions might be present in each situation. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Before you pass away, you may decide to allocate some money to a charity of your choice. There are numerous strategies and ways to implement a plan like this, so we will discuss a few strategies and the reasons behind each method. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Whether you're planning to have children in the future or you choose not to at all, it's important to have a plan in place for what happens to your estate when you pass. Nick discusses ways you can make sure your assets go where you want them to when that day comes. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
A lot of discussions on this show revolve around putting together a comprehensive estate plan. But now we need to discuss who puts that estate plan in action once you pass away. There are many complex situations that might require you to hire a professional executor to carry out your wishes and we will go over some of these reasons today. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Many situations arise that are “easier” or have some sort of “default” decision. However, those get thrown out the window for partners who decide not to legally marry. Whether the relationship is still progressing, the partners don’t feel like going through the hassle of getting married (or getting married again), or if there are other factors at play, these family situations require extra care. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Most people have multiple credit cards nowadays. Many have bills and subscriptions automatically being paid each month. Some accrue rewards/perks such as cash back, points, or frequent flyer miles. One thing they all have in common is the late fees, penalties, and interest charges if payments are missed. What happens to all of this when the cardholder dies? Should you worry about identity theft? How are things handled? Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com...
Business owners are particularly vulnerable to some misconceptions and false assumptions about their estate plan. There are a lot of items you need to have in place for the transfer of a business to go smoothly, so that your employees still get their paychecks and your business doesn't get sent to probate. Nick will discuss some ground rules business owners should have in place for that inevitable transfer of power and important nuances to keep in mind. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstat...
There's no doubt that a home is one of the biggest asset we will own in our lifetime. Unfortunately, after we pass away, the home is not a quick and easy transfer to your beneficiary. There are a lot of nuances involved and you want to make sure you do it correctly to avoid probate and other pain points. Nick talks about some of the ways you can transfer your home after you pass and the easiest ways to do it. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Larry King recently died. He was worth estimated $144 million. Most of the assets are to be settled privately, un-contested, and safely through various trusts (that we will never know about. So why the heck are we hearing about a $2 million probate, his wife (Shawn King), who he was in the middle of divorcing, contesting a secret, hand-written last will & testament? And why the heck is it public record and we’re hearing all about it? Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com...
After her “acting out” episodes that began in 2007 (including her randomly shaving off all her own hair), her father (Jamie Spears) applied to become her conservator, which was granted in 2008. Today Nick gives us a rundown of how Britney Spears's conservatorship became so complicated and why we're still talking about it after more than a decade. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
I get this question ALL THE TIME. Whether you get a new job, get tired of cold weather, just retire, or want to be closer to the grandkids (that you probably like more than your kids), people need to be aware of how this may affect your estate plan. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Sometimes, you can’t avoid family fighting after you’re gone. You might even expect it. When that happens, many families sadly bury their heads in the sand and do nothing. They think they are helpless and leave a disaster for their children to clean up after they are gone. However, there are a few options on the table and we'll discuss them on this show. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Sadly, most attorneys view estate planning as a 1-time transaction. You give them money, they give you paperwork, that is it. Obviously this is a bad idea and can lead to trouble down the road. Nick discusses times he has come across this situation in his practice and some red flags to look out for. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
After a loved one passes away, the days and weeks that follow after can be difficult and very emotional. You may feel overwhelmed with all of the things that now need to be taken care of and it's a process that can be tough to begin if you have no idea where to start. Nick talks about the affairs that should be taken care of when someone passes away. He discusses what needs rather immediate action and what can wait for a little while if you need time to gather yourself. Contact: 513-463-6789 inf...
Everyone loves a deal. Saving money is great. We all know that you get what you pay for, but we’ll go behind the scenes of what it takes to get an estate plan prepared the right way. Then, we’ll examine some situations (low cost) and uncover the industry secrets for the low-bidders in the industry so the public can make informed decisions. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
Today we sit down with the founder of Companions on a Journey, Sheila Munafo-Kanoza. Shelia tells us about her personal story of dealing with loss and how these events led her to start this organization. We also discuss the different ways people may grieve and some helpful tips for this holiday season with COVID-19 upon us. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com Companions on a Journey Number: 513-870-9108 Companions on a Journey Website: http://companionsonajourney.org/ Shelia's Em...
