Podcast Episode 25: Creating Successful Estate Plans and Strong Family Relationships
by Financial Design Studio, Inc. / September 1, 2023Estate planning is so much more than documents, it’s about relationships. Which also makes this such a tricky topic. This episode, estate planning attorney Heather Walser joins us from Lavelle Law to share her perspective on the legal and relational side to successful estate plans.
Behind the Designs Ep. 25 : Creating Successful Estate Plans and Strong Family Relationships
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Key Moments
1:14 Meet Heather Walser!
4:36 What has changed in estate planning since 2020?
12:58 How can parents and their kids work together to manage estate plans?
18:27 What is the difference between a POA and a Trustee?
31:47 What happens when you don’t have estate plans?
38:22 What stops people from getting estate plans?
Links for Creating Successful Estate Plans and Strong Family Relationships
- Learn more about Heather Walser here!
- Find out more about Lavelle Law, their attorneys, and legal services at their website here!
- Read Rob’s Article “Leaving a Legacy by Thinking Two Generations Deep.”
- Watch this video on Creating and Funding Estate Plans to understand you next steps.
- See how we as financial advisors work with our clients on their Legacy and Estate Planning.
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Credits for Episode 24
Executive Producer : Anna Lewis
Host : Michelle Smalenberger, CFP®
Guests : Heather Walser, Estate Planning Attorney and Shareholder at Lavelle Law.
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Financial Design Studio, Inc.
We are financial advisors in Deer Park and Barrington, IL. A team with a passion for helping others design a path to financial success — whatever success means for you. Each of our unique insights fit together to create broad expertise, complete roadmaps, and creative solutions. We have seen the power of having a financial plan, and adjusting that plan to life. The result? Freedom from worrying about the future so you can enjoy today.