In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the differences between two types of power of attorney: springing and immediate. What sets them apart? And why might choosing an immediate power of attorney be the smarter option for you? Stay tuned to find out! Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
Most people want to leave their money to their children. But what happens if the primary beneficiary isn’t around to receive it? In that case, the gift lapses and a backup beneficiary is designated. A common question is whether to name your child’s spouse as the backup beneficiary. In today’s episode, Nick will explore some of the pros and cons of this decision. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
When it comes to estate planning, one of the biggest concerns is taxes. What will be owed? How will these taxes be paid? How much can actually be passed along to your heirs? Join us as we dive into the various taxes trustees and executors need to be aware of when settling an estate. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
When it's time to settle an estate and start selling off assets, you might have friends and family looking for good deals. But is it wise to make deals? How should you go about selling these assets? What’s the best way to document and transfer everything? Today on Complete Estate Planning, we'll break down these questions and offer some important considerations. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
In today's episode, we're talking about passing down valuable assets such as family businesses and farms. Whether you're unsure how to divide your estate among multiple children or want to ensure your legacy is preserved, this episode is for you. We'll explore key considerations, essential questions, and how Nick goes about this with his clients. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
In this episode, we're exploring two different paths you can take when designating benefits. We focus on the pros and cons of itemizing individual accounts versus dividing a percentage of your entire estate. We also look at how each approach can impact your financial legacy. Tune in as we break down these strategies to help you choose the best path for your estate planning goals. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
One of our favorite ways to bring you estate planning education on the show is by answering your questions! In today's episode, Rich asks about the annual limits for tax-free gifting, gifting to trusts with protections, and common mistakes regarding estate and lifetime GST tax returns. Elaine asks for advice on leaving a portion of her IRA to her new spouse while ensuring that her children receive whatever remains. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan....
The recent passing of O.J. Simpson has stirred up a legal storm that we're going to unpack in today's episode. Simpson's estate is a convoluted web of trusts, lawsuits, and debts that Nick will try to help us untangle from an estate planning perspective. He'll also take us through the possible scenarios that could unfold as the estate proceedings continue. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
Last episode, we started a special two-part series where Nick guided us through the steps involved when someone passes away. We're here to finish up this discussion today. Listen in as Nick talks about what it looks like to settle a trust after death in Ohio. Although trusts can vary widely in complexity depending on the terms of the document, this episode will give you a good idea of how settling a trust differs from the probate process. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https...
We've talked about probate here on the show before, but what does the process look like from start to finish? Join us for a special two-part series, where Nick will guide us through the steps involved when someone passes away. In this episode, we'll outline the key stages of the probate process (based in Ohio). Don't miss our next episode, where Nick will walk through the process of settling a trust! Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
Our podcast listeners frequently send in questions for Nick. In today's show, we've chosen a few questions to chat about on the air. For example, one listener asks if they need an estate plan since they're single, childless, and have a financially independent family. Another asks if there is a way to assist their aging mother with her finances without entirely removing her independence through estate planning. Stay tuned for some valuable insights here on Complete Estate Planning! Contact: 513-4...
You've probably heard the old saying, "What you don't know can't hurt you." But when it comes to inheritance conversations with your children, that isn't entirely true. Stay tuned as we share some crucial considerations for navigating these estate-planning conversations with your loved ones. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
With home prices continuing to climb, a house ends up being the most valuable asset for many families. However, it can also be the most difficult to deal with in an inheritance after someone passes away. One of the biggest issues people run into is the owner passing away while the house still has a mortgage or a line of credit against it. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
The Corporate Transparency Act (which was enacted in January of 2021) has taken effect as of January 2024. Under the new law, small businesses have new disclosure and reporting requirements with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. This law is retroactive and includes businesses that were already in existence BEFORE the CTA went into effect. Along with the new requirements, there are significant fines/penalties for being in violation of the law. Listen in as we talk about what you need to k...
Many people automatically think of how to handle or “plan” for their assets when estate planning comes to mind. However, inheriting someone’s assets is only one piece of the puzzle. This is why someone asking “How much money do I need to have before I create an estate plan?” is always the wrong question. Let’s cover a number of estate planning goals that have nothing to do with someone’s assets. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
An important (and often overlooked) part of estate planning involves arranging for a person to have their medical needs taken care of. This usually involves a combination of appointing a decision maker (your power of attorney agent or surrogate, depending on the state you live in) and using an advanced directive to affirmatively state your wishes. Most states include certain decisions where you can either make the decision yourself or leave the decision to your healthcare decision-maker. Contact...
We have listeners from all over the country reach out and ask us estate planning questions, so we thought it would be helpful to answer some of those questions on the podcast today. One listener asks how to handle partial business ownership interest in a small business. Another listener asks about the most effective and beneficial way to leave a donation to charity upon their passing. Stay tuned to see how Nick answers these questions and more! Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com...
We’ve spent many episodes discussing how important trust funding is to your estate plan (assuming a trust is a part of your plan). However, the process can be tedious at times. Many attorneys don’t handle the trust funding for the clients (or only provide minimal guidance), which can lead to further trouble. On top of that, various banks, employers, and investment firms can often frustrate clients even further. A good, experienced attorney should be able to navigate clients through any roadblock...
Have you ever wondered what happens to assets that you don't have full control over, like stock options or family businesses? Listen in as we chat about the complexities of assets that come with strings attached. What can you do with these while you're alive, and what happens when you're gone? Tune in for those answers and more on today's show! Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
Picture this: You leave your lawyer's office after completing your estate planning documents. You might think this is the end of the process, but that's not necessarily the case. Stay tuned as we discuss the arrangements you need to make beyond the legal paperwork to ensure your affairs are in order. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
Many couples automatically assume that, after one spouse passes away, the survivor will retain control of everything. Certainly, that is the “default." However, certain factors can complicate matters. Issues of trust, control, blended families, and separate finances mean it is important to understand all of your options before deciding on the best plan. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
In our increasingly interconnected world, it's becoming more common for individuals to own assets not just in their local area but across state lines and even international borders. Join us as we explore this scenario that has been coming up a lot at the Rosenbauer Law Office. Listen in as we discuss the challenges and strategies for effectively handling assets that are far from home. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
Over a lifetime, people can accumulate a lot of “stuff”. This can ultiply as families have children and later inherit from parents or grandparents who pass away. While many accounts and assets have a rather “straightforward” process to pass on, some unique, rare, collectible, and/or expensive personal effects require more care in handling. We’ll walk through the various items to consider. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
One of the most important parts of the estate planning process is choosing the right people as “fiduciaries” to handle affairs on your behalf if you get sick or pass away. This can include medical, financial, and legal decisions while living as well as managing your estate (and possibly children) after you are gone. While most understand the need to choose the RIGHT fiduciaries, many plans fall short by not picking ENOUGH of them. So how many backups do you need? Contact: 513-463-6789 info@Cinci...
Once estate planning documents are signed, it is important to keep them both safe AND accessible. Many people do not consider the importance of where to store your documents after they are prepared. One option that some people use is allowing their attorney to store the original documents at their office. Tune in as Nick discusses what this looks like. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
Aretha Franklin, known by many as the “Queen of Soul,” died back in 2018. While she has been gone for a number of years, there have been a number of mysteries surrounding her estate. This has included a lawsuit concerning the validity of a handwritten Last Will & Testament that was found after she passed away. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
When thinking about an inheritance, most families visualize individual “shares” for each beneficiary (whether a $ amount or % of the overall estate). For families with children, they very often create equal shares for each child. Sounds fair, right? Well, what would happen if there was a large age difference in the children? Are there ways that can go wrong? Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com https://cincinnatiestateplan.com/contact/...
Lisa Marie Presley (who was the only child of Elvis Presley) died back on January 12 th , 2023. She left behind her mother (Priscilla Presley), and her daughter (Riley Keough). Her son (Benjamin Keough) passed away a couple of years ago. Since her passing, there has been a significant court battle over Lisa’s estate plan. We did a previous podcast when the legal battle first began. Since that time, settlements have been reached. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com...
There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to joint ownership and how it applies to certain situations. In this episode, Nick will be discussing some pitfalls that can happen when there's an asset with joint ownership and why you need a comprehensive estate plan to be fully covered. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
When you develop a relationship with any professional in a specific industry, it's common knowledge that you do not have to be close friends in order to work together. But should you at least like the person you're working with? Today, Nick will be discussing why you need to be comfortable with your attorney and some of the different relationship dynamics he sees in his practice. Contact: 513-463-6789 info@CincinnatiEstatePlan.com
