Everyone procrastinates at some point, right? Sometimes it is pretty harmless, putting off mowing the grass for another day or starting the diet after the holidays, but procrastinating on getting your affairs in order can have
devastating consequences for your loved ones.
One might call that E.P.P. (Estate Planning Procrastination), and as an estate planning attorney, I’ve seen it time and time again. What helps someone get out of the “procrastination loop” of saying you’ll get started “tomorrow”?
Often, it is witnessing firsthand what happens when someone dies without a will or estate plan. Watching the deceased’s family members not only have to carry the burden of their grief, but also have to take on the additional (and unnecessary) burden of trying
to deal with everything without guidance is a sad thing to see. Going through probate court, family turmoil, and conflict about assets, trying to track down financial investments, and more. It is painful to witness, and in that moment you realize you don’t
want to put your own family through that. Ever. It can spur someone to call me to schedule a meeting because it is a grim reminder: no one knows what tomorrow will bring. And if you care about your loved ones, you want to spare them all that.
We all know we should at least have a will. And you probably know you should also have things like a healthcare directive, a living will, and a financial power of attorney. But how can you stop procrastinating and get these things
done? Easy: call me. I assure you, the whole process is less time-consuming than you are likely imagining, and a huge benefit awaits you once your estate plan is complete. You will have enormous peace of mind knowing that you have done what you can to protect
your hard-earned assets and your loved ones. Why not call me today? Let’s get this done for you and your family. I can be reached at
513-399-7526. Or visit my website at
www.davidlefton.com.