T he E state T alk HOW AND WHY TO DISCUSS YOUR PLAN WITH LOVED ONES Talking about death, end-of-life decisions and money is uncomfortable but necessary when estate planning. It’s not enough to talk to an attorney in order to make a plan, either. Sharing information with your loved ones and the reasoning behind your decisions is also important because doing so creates peace of mind and can prevent family warfare later on. Here’s our advice on how and why you should broach the topic of your estate plan. WHY IT MATTERS When it comes down to it, estate planning is meant to minimize or prevent the pain and uncertainty of probate. Yet, even an expertly structured plan can still leave your loved ones confused if they aren’t adequately informed ahead of time. Sitting down with your loved ones and letting them know the reasoning behind your last wishes will bring them a great deal of comfort. Talking about your estate plan is also an opportunity for you to listen to your loved ones’ needs, as well. Maybe you plan on leaving a piece of property to a son who reveals he’d like to move out of state. Making sure what you leave for your beneficiaries matches their needs is an important part of the estate planning process — one that is only possible by having this conversation.
After speaking with your
loved ones, if you’ve found an area of your plan you’d like to change, give us a call. Our estate planning experts will make sure these modifications are handled correctly. BRINGING IT UP First and foremost, don’t spring your estate plan on your family over dinner. The subject matter can be both complex and emotional, so it’s best to give your loved ones some prior warning. Simply explain you’ve been planning for the future and would like to guide them through what that plan looks like. Then, agree to a time and place to have the conversation. ONE CONVERSATION OR MANY Depending on the number of beneficiaries you have and your relationship to them, you might only need a single family meeting, or you can take the time to talk to your loved ones one-on-one. In either case, looping in your estate planning professional can be a great idea, as they can help explain the technical side of your plan. The Boyum Law Firm team is always happy to help answer any questions you or your loved ones have about your plan.
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BEEF STROGANOFF
INGREDIENTS
• 1 1/2-pound beef sirloin • 3 tablespoons melted butter • 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce • 1 4-ounce can mushrooms, drained • 1/2 small onion • 1/4 teaspoon pepper (I add more)
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano (I add more) • 1 clove garlic, minced • 3 tablespoons flour • 1 cup sour cream
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Brown beef sirloin on both sides. Cut into thin strips in hot butter. 2. Cover and cook over low heat for 30 minutes. 3. In a blender container, combine tomato sauce, mushrooms, onion, pepper, oregano, garlic and flour. Cover and blend 30 seconds. 4. Add sour cream. Cover and blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. 5. Pour mixture over beef and cook over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 6. Serve over egg noodles with buttered carrots.
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