Protecting Your Family’s Future Podcast

Richard M. Chamberlain

This podcast is all about estate planning. elder law, and estate administration. We believe that the best plans start with a good understanding of the issues and options involved, and this podcast is helps you understand more about what goes into making the right plan for you and your loved ones. We talk about wills, revocable trusts, probate, irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, taxes, and all of the other issues you need to know for your estate plan. read less

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Does the Corporate Transparency Act apply to you?

Does the Corporate Transparency Act apply to you?

In this episode we talk about the reporting requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act. The website mentioned in the podcast to get more information and to report: www.fincen.gov/boi If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.PlansThatWork.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://PlansThatWork.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.PlansThatWork.net/contact

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Does the Corporate Transparency Act apply to you?

Does the Corporate Transparency Act apply to you?

In this episode we talk about the reporting requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act. The website mentioned in the podcast to get more information and to report: www.fincen.gov/boi If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.PlansThatWork.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://PlansThatWork.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.PlansThatWork.net/contact

How Do Successor Trustees Take Over?

How Do Successor Trustees Take Over?

In this episode we talk about how successor trustees get access to assets that are owned by a trust. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.PlansThatWork.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://PlansThatWork.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.PlansThatWork.net/contact

"Doesn't a Trust Protect My Assets?"

"Doesn't a Trust Protect My Assets?"

In this episode we talk about when a trust will protect your assets from your potential creditors. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.PlansThatWork.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://PlansThatWork.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.PlansThatWork.net/contact

Can a Trust own Real Estate in Multiple States?

Can a Trust own Real Estate in Multiple States?

In this episode we talk about whether a trust can own real estate in multiple states. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.PlansThatWork.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://PlansThatWork.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.PlansThatWork.net/contact

Here's the first thing you need to do for a good estate plan.

Here's the first thing you need to do for a good estate plan.

In this episode we discuss the first thing you need to do in order to make a good estate plan for yourself and your loved ones. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

In estate planning, hope for the best but plan for the worst

In estate planning, hope for the best but plan for the worst

In this episode we look at why you need to plan for the worst case scenario in your estate planning. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

Doing an Irrevocable Trust after you already have a Creditor

Doing an Irrevocable Trust after you already have a Creditor

In this episode we discuss doing an irrevocable trust after you already have an existing creditor. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

Three Ways to Distribute Assets from your Trust

Three Ways to Distribute Assets from your Trust

In this episode we discuss the three different ways to distribute assets from your trust. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

"Do I have enough to need a Trust?"

"Do I have enough to need a Trust?"

In this episode we discuss what determines whether a trust is the right tool for your estate plan. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

"Do I Lose Control of my Assets when I Put them in a Trust?"

"Do I Lose Control of my Assets when I Put them in a Trust?"

In this episode we look at whether or not you lose control of your assets when you put them in a trust. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

Don't Give your House to your Kids

Don't Give your House to your Kids

In this episode we discuss why you shouldn't give your house to your children. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

Using a TOD Designation on your Home

Using a TOD Designation on your Home

In this episode we talk about the issues involved in using a Transfer on Death Designation on your home. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

Choosing your Contingent Beneficiaries

Choosing your Contingent Beneficiaries

In this episode we discuss the importance of choosing your contingent and remote contingent beneficiaries in your estate plan. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

Choosing your Successor Trustees

Choosing your Successor Trustees

In this episode we talk about the questions that you need to answer when deciding who to name as your successor trustees. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

"I don't need an estate plan. I just need a Will."

"I don't need an estate plan. I just need a Will."

In this episode we talk about the difference between a Will and an estate plan. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

Telling someone your wishes does not make an estate plan

Telling someone your wishes does not make an estate plan

In this episode we discuss the importance of getting your estate plan in writing. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

"Why Do I Need a Will if I Have a Trust?"

"Why Do I Need a Will if I Have a Trust?"

In this episode we discuss why you need a Will even when you having a Living Trust estate plan. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

Assets "In Your Trust" or "Owned by your Trust"?

Assets "In Your Trust" or "Owned by your Trust"?

In this episode we address a question about whether a trust needs to be amended when your assets change. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

4 Ways to Avoid Probate

4 Ways to Avoid Probate

In this episode we talk about the 4 different ways to avoid Probate. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact

4 Problems with Probate

4 Problems with Probate

In this episode we discuss the 4 main problems with having an estate go through probate. If you'd like more information about estate planning or estate administration issues, we have a lot of additional information (articles and videos) on our website: www.chamberlain-law.net. To get our free Estate Planning Checklist: https://chamberlain-law.net/free-estate-planning-checklist/ If you live in Ohio or Michigan and want to request a no-cost initial planning appointment with one of our attorneys, you can request one through this link: www.chamberlain-law.net/contact