When Should I Update My Will and Estate Plan?
About this episode
This episode discusses the importance of updating your will and estate plan to reflect changes in your life and family.
When should I update my will or estate plan? Your will isn't just a piece of paper. It's your voice, making sure things go the way you want, even after you can't say so yourself. But when was the last time you updated it or actually read it? If it's been 20 years (or maybe you aren't even sure), it's time for a reality check. In this episode, you learn what happens when your estate planning doesn't keep up with your real life. Maybe your kids have grown up, your finances have changed, or the people listed in your old documents just aren't the right fit anymore. The hard truth? If your will is stuck in the past, your family could be facing a mess—confusion, extra court visits, delays, and even the chance that what you truly want for them gets completely missed. We'll walk through the big-ticket questions everyone with an old will needs to ask: - Has your family grown or changed since you wrote your will? - Are your chosen executors or agents still the right people for the job? - Do you need to put new protections or guardrails in place for kids, grandkids, or even yourself? - Is it time to think about a living trust instead of just a will, to make things smoother for your loved…
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