S03E131 The Importance of Estate Planning with Chris Nudo

S03E131 The Importance of Estate Planning with Chris Nudo

Author: Marilyn Jenkins February 5, 2026 Duration: 31:32
Most families don’t need more stress, they need a clear plan. Estate attorney Chris Nudo joins us to demystify estate planning, showing how a few smart documents can spare your loved ones years of court delays, confusion, and conflict. We talk plainly about what actually goes into a plan, where most people trip up, and how to protect the people you love with simple steps you can take this week. We start by breaking down the essentials: wills, living trusts, and powers of attorney for health ...

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