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The Power of Planning Podcast: What is an estate plan and why do I need one?

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 for lifetime incapacity.

In this inaugural episode of The Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner asks the fundamental question: What is an estate plan and why do I need one? She discusses why a majority of people do not have an estate plan in place, the pitfalls that can result from a lack of planning, and why an estate plan is important for everyone, regardless of their level of wealth, by spotlighting the multiple purposes it serves.

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