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The Power of Planning Podcast: Valuable Benefits for Veterans

The Power of Planning Podcast: Valuable Benefits for Veterans

In celebration of November being National Veterans and Military Families Month, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Brad Flournoy, who retired after 22 years of active duty service in the U.S. Marine Corps, to discuss key benefits available for veterans through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. These include benefits under the new PACT Act as … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Medicare Roadmap

The Power of Planning Podcast: Medicare Roadmap

With this year’s Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Period underway, which runs October 15th through December 7th, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes John Kennedy, CFP, who has been doing Medicare planning for 13 years, to provide a detailed roadmap outlining Medicare coverage options, premiums and deductibles. LISTEN NOW: The Power of Planning Podcast This podcast is … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: How Much Is Enough?

The Power of Planning Podcast: How Much Is Enough?

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner sits down with nationally syndicated columnist and author, Marni Jameson, to discuss her latest book: “What To Do With Everything You Own to Leave the Legacy You Want”. Jameson uses her trademark practical wisdom to provide from-the-heart estate planning guidance for everyone, … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Spotlight on Guardianships

The Power of Planning Podcast: Spotlight on Guardianships

Due in large part to the #FreeBritney movement, guardianships have been in the news a lot in recent years. In this month’s episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Orange County Circuit Court Judge Leticia Marques to further shine a spotlight on guardianships and discuss the process in Florida, including … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Back to School Estate Planning Basics

The Power of Planning Podcast: Back to School Estate Planning Basics

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner will talk about estate planning documents that are important for college-aged children to have in place before heading off to school this fall. She will also discuss the recent jury verdict reached in the Aretha Franklin estate battle and spotlight several more … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Estate, Trust & Guardianship Disputes

The Power of Planning Podcast: Estate, Trust & Guardianship Disputes

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner, welcomes her litigation partner, Attorney Trippe Cheek, to discuss the most common types of disputes involving estates, trusts, and guardianships, and spotlight some planning considerations to help mitigate the risk of disputes. Since the recording of this episode, Priscilla Presley has reached … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Legal Issues Facing Seniors Today

The Power of Planning Podcast: Legal Issues Facing Seniors Today

In celebration of National Elder Law Month in May, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes legendary broadcast journalist Martie Salt to discuss a variety of legal issues for seniors, including the importance of planning for incapacity, residency considerations and paying for long-term care costs, with a spotlight on Medicare, Veterans Benefits and Medicaid. Please note that … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Till Death Do Us Part?

The Power of Planning Podcast: Till Death Do Us Part?

Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes family law attorney, Lori Caldwell Carr, to discuss the various ways estate planning intersects with family law, including the role of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, receiving an inheritance outright or in a trust, and special planning considerations with a second marriage. Tune in now for a new episode of The … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Asset Protection Planning

The Power of Planning Podcast: Asset Protection Planning

If you are like most Americans, you have worked hard for many years and scrimped and saved to accumulate a certain level of wealth. Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner explains why asset protection planning is an integral part of any estate planning discussion and outlines different techniques that can be considered to protect your nest egg … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Retirement Benefits Planning

The Power of Planning Podcast: Retirement Benefits Planning

This podcast is designed to educate and empower listeners by offering a detailed discussion of the various legal considerations associated with the planning process for all different types of planning, including estate planning, government benefits planning, special needs planning, retirement benefits planning, asset protection planning, tax planning, charitable giving planning, Veterans benefits planning, and planning … Read more