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Estate Plans are not Just for the Rich. Why EVERYONE Needs an Estate Plan feat. Ryan Rasmussen, CFPWhat does an estate plan include? Why is it important to start planning now? Through real-life narratives, examples, and facts, Ryan Rasmussen, CFP, takes you through what an estate plan is and why EVERYONE needs to have one. We aren’t all guaranteed a tomorrow and taking control of the “What Ifs” in life can help protect your assets and how your family is taken care of during a stressful time. Ryan specializes in retirement and wealth management and serves as the Assistant Director of Gift and Estate Planning for the University of Georgia. This episode covers: Estate planning and legal documents: power ofattorney, last will and testament, and other directives Common estate planning mistakes made: not updating your beneficiaries and more Special situations: inheritance, assets left outof wills, dependents with disabilities Protecting yourself from scamsTimestamps00:00 – Intro01:39 – Ryan Rasmussen’s Journey:Financial & Estate Planning 02:59 – How Financial, Retirement, & Estate PlanningIntersect 06:01 – Estate Planning Explained: Who it Benefits &When to Start11:27 – Unexpected Death in Active Service: 3 Things toConsider17:02 – Life Events Affecting Wills, Trusts, & Power ofAttorneys22:25 – Solutions for Physical Possessions Not Captured in Wills26:38 – Steps to Take When Receiving an Inheritance31:29 – Planning for Dependents with Disabilities33:32 – Common Mistakes Made in Estate Planning36:25 – Protection Against Estate Planning Scams39:26 – Contact Info & Final Thoughts41:21 – OutroAre you about to retire? If you haven't had the chance to meet with us one-on-one in a virtual or in-person format, and are within 2 years of retirement eligibility, be sure to log in to your TRS account online and register for a session today! Are you new to TRS or in the middle of your career? Be sure to designate your beneficiaries as soon as possible in your TRS online account. We want to hear from our members! Please email the show for topic inquiries, questions and comments! Contact us at [email protected]. Host: Everett Crockett Guest: Ryan Rasmussen, CFP For more information visit: www.trsga.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trsgeorgia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trsgeorgia #EstatePlanning #Wills #Healthcaredirectives #PowerofAttorney #Moneypodcast