Elder Law Report
Elder Law Report
Greg McIntyre, J.D., M.B.A.
Top Three Estate Planning Mistakes That Spark Conflict
8 minutes Posted Mar 5, 2026 at 4:00 pm.
Why Families Fight Over Estates
Meet The Attorneys
Communication Failures Explained
Tell Your Agents And Successors
Kids Starting The Conversation
Procrastination And Its Costs
Make Planning Simple, Not A Puzzle
The High Cost Of Long-Term Care
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Family conflict rarely starts with money—it starts with silence. We tackle the three biggest estate planning mistakes that turn small gaps into full-blown feuds: poor communication, procrastination, and ignoring the real price of long-term care. With attorney Haley Madsen joining Greg McIntyre, we share a clear, practical roadmap to protect your loved ones, your home, and your peace of mind. First, we unpack why secrecy around roles—agent under a durable power of attorney, executor, trustee,...