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The Power of Planning Podcast: Cryptocurrency Conundrum

The Power of Planning Podcast: Cryptocurrency Conundrum

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Debbie Hoffman, a business law professor at Cleveland State University College of Law, to discuss the growing popularity of cryptocurrency and the unique estate planning challenges it presents. LISTEN NOW: The Power of Planning Podcast This podcast is designed to educate … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: The Heart of the Matter

The Power of Planning Podcast: The Heart of the Matter

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Dr. Jenna Gibilaro, who is a pulmonologist, intensivist and internist, to discuss the practical considerations with medical directives such as the Designation of Health Care Surrogate, Living Will and Do Not Resuscitate Order. Dr. Gibilaro explains when and how these advance … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Preparing for the Estate Planning Process

The Power of Planning Podcast: Preparing for the Estate Planning Process

For those individuals who have resolved to develop an estate plan in 2025, in this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner spotlights the top ten things you should be prepared to discuss during an initial estate planning meeting with an attorney in order to have a productive start to the … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Women’s Giving Circles

The Power of Planning Podcast: Women’s Giving Circles

During this holiday season of giving, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Heather Mount of the Central Florida Foundation’s 100 Women Strong and Madelyn Weed of The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida’s Women’s Philanthropic Giving Circle to shine a spotlight on this growing trend in charitable giving. They discuss the significant impact women have on philanthropy … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: A Closer Look at the Corporate Trustee

The Power of Planning Podcast: A Closer Look at the Corporate Trustee

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes Laura Oleck Carras, a retired trust officer from Bank of America with nearly 30 years of trust administration experience, to talk about the role of the Corporate Trustee. They discuss when a Corporate Trustee is considered, the advantages and disadvantages of … Read more

Rest In Peace

In celebration of National Plan a Funeral Day, which takes place each year on October 30th, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner outlines the various options available to help you plan for your funeral.

In celebration of National Plan a Funeral Day, which takes place each year on October 30th, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner outlines the various options available to help you plan for your funeral. Advance planning can give you peace of mind by educating your loved ones about your final wishes and relieving them of the burden … Read more

Spotlight on Jonathan’s Landing – A Community for Adults with Autism

Spotlight on Jonathan’s Landing – A Community for Adults with Autism

In anticipation of National Special Needs Planning Month in October, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner welcomes special guest, Jason Eichenholz, to the Power of Planning podcast to discuss his son’s journey with autism and how it has inspired him to develop the most comprehensive intentional community for adults with autism in Central Florida called Jonathan’s Landing. … Read more

Irrevocable Trusts Part Two

Irrevocable Trusts Part Two

Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner continues her discussion about irrevocable trusts by spotlighting the irrevocable life insurance trust (“ILIT”) and the qualified personal residence trust (“QPRT”). She explains when and how these estate planning tools are used, and highlights the benefits of each of these types of trusts. LISTEN NOW: The Power of Planning Podcast This … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts – That Is The Question

The Power of Planning Podcast: Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts – That Is The Question

In this episode of the Power of Planning podcast, Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner spotlights two types of irrevocable trusts used for estate tax avoidance purposes that are  especially popular given the impending sunset of the current historically high estate tax exemption amounts. In particular, she discusses the advantages and disadvantages of the spousal lifetime access … Read more

The Power of Planning Podcast: Estate Planning Summer Travel Checklist

The Power of Planning Podcast: Estate Planning Summer Travel Checklist

If you are like most Americans, you will be going on vacation this summer. As you make the final preparations for your trip, this is an opportune time for you to ensure you have the necessary estate planning documents in place. Attorney Vanessa J. Skinner reviews a recommended checklist that will give you peace of … Read more