Family Wealth and Life Planning with Hani Amra

Most of us enjoy gossiping about celebrities, but today we'll talk about them and learn some really importand do's and don'ts when it comes to estate planning. Special guest Safura Khan joins us from the Cornerstone team this week as we learn from the mistakes (and good decisions) of celebrities like Paul Walker, Muhammed Ali, Heath Ledger and more. And later, we'll answer a great listener question about the difference between a will and a living will.

Although many people plan for what will happen when they pass away, most people don't have a plan for what would happen if they were incapacitated due to an accident or illness. The consequences of not planning properly can leave your family in a lurch in more ways than one.

When it comes to estate planning, naming your legal guardians for your minor children in the event something happens to you and your spouse is probably one of the hardest, but most important, decisions you’ll make. On today's podcast, we'll cover the critical steps you should follow to select and name the right guardians for kids.

Have you considered what would happen to you if you were hospitalized and unable to communicate? Do you have the proper documentation in place to ensure that the people you choose to act and speak on your behalf are able to do so? On this episode, Hani will discuss why many people think they have prepared for this type of situation, but oftentimes have overlooked several very important steps.

This week, we'll get into a great conversation about DIY retirement and legal planning. We'll uncover some pitfalls of applying the do-it-yourself mentality to this part of your life and how to avoid some of the common mistakes that others make.

Welcome to the first episode of the "Family Wealth And Life Planning Podcast". To kick things off, we'll get to know Hani a bit better. We'll find out how a few pivotal experiences led to his decision to become involved in estate planning, as well as how those experiences have shaped his philosophies.

Two new episodes each month! Be sure to check out the Family Wealth & Life Planning Podcast with Hani Amra of Cornerstone Law Offices. We'll discuss the importance of integrating your wealth & life planning and uncover the gaps that exist in so many of our financial plans. If you want a healthy financial future then this is the show for you. The first episode goes live on March 21st, 2019!