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155: Estate Planning for Equity with Cecilia Amo

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Nov 14, 2023
Join us for an insightful discussion with Cecilia Amo, an attorney who focuses on estate planning. Discover how estate planning goes beyond financial wealth to protect loved ones, preserve values, and create lasting impacts in the community. Explore the flaws in typical estate planning experiences, the importance of building partnerships, and creating generational wealth. Gain insights on approaching difficult conversations about estate planning, addressing equity and bias, and the importance of education. Plus, find valuable resources and a free webinar on prioritization in fundraising.
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INSIGHT

Probate Costs Undermine Generational Wealth

  • Insight: Probate and poor planning drain family assets and halt intergenerational transfer.
  • In California probate can cost ~5% of estate value (e.g., ~$40,000 on an $800,000 home), eroding resources families could use for community impact.
INSIGHT

Most Inheritances Disappear Fast

  • Insight: Inheritance commonly dissipates quickly without protective structures.
  • Cecilia cites statistics: 90% of family wealth is gone by the third generation and many inheritances are spent within five years.
ADVICE

Start With A Legacy Planning Session

  • Do start with a deep legacy planning session that educates clients on law and practical risks.
  • Amo's process begins with 1–2 hour sessions covering probate exposure, taxes, custody, temporary guardians, and medical powers.
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