Estate Planning Mistakes That Could Cost You Everything with Bill Rhoads EP030

Estate planning isn’t just about paperwork—it’s about peace of mind, legacy, and making life easier for those you love. 

In this impactful episode, Beau Henderson sits down with estate planning attorney Bill Rhoads to talk about the practical and emotional sides of planning your estate the right way. From avoiding heartbreaking beneficiary mistakes to understanding when a trust is actually necessary, this episode is packed with advice retirees and pre-retirees can’t afford to miss.

Bill shares the most common pitfalls he sees, including outdated beneficiary designations and lapsed insurance due to missed payments. 

He emphasizes simple but critical first steps like creating a will, assigning powers of attorney, and setting up automatic payments for policies. 

You’ll also hear cautionary tales, including how a $500,000 life insurance policy went to an ex-spouse—just because a form wasn’t updated. 

Bill also addresses more advanced topics like “allowance trusts” that protect heirs from themselves, how to plan for cognitive decline, and even how adult children can help aging parents with “estate planning up” — strategies that can reduce family tax burdens and preserve more wealth across generations.

Key Takeaways:

• Why estate planning is one of the greatest gifts you can leave your family
• How to avoid costly mistakes with beneficiaries and insurance policies
• Why doing something—even if not perfect—is better than doing nothing
• The truth about trusts: when they’re needed, and when they’re oversold
• Planning for cognitive decline and protecting vulnerable family members
• How children can help aging parents make tax-smart decisions

Whether you’ve already done some estate planning or have been putting it off for years, this episode will give you the clarity and motivation to take action today.

Want to review your estate plan — or finally start one? Text RRR to 877-731-7424 to request our free Estate Planning Checklist and set up your RichLife Retirement Review today. 

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