Will vs Trust Explained: What Actually Protects You and Your Family

Estate planning is usually framed as a matter of what happens after you’re gone. But as attorney and CPA Joe Cordell explains, a trust may matter most for the years you’re still here. In this episode of Life’s Third Act, Joe breaks down the difference between a will and a trust, why the family you’re planning for may not look like the one your parents planned for, and the one risk almost nobody plans for that is far more likely than an early death.

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Back to School: Legal Paperwork Your College Student Needs

When your child turns 18, the law treats them as an adult. That means you lose the automatic right to make decisions for them, even if you are paying for college. Cordell & Cordell Senior Estate Planning Attorney John Sauter explains why parents overlook this moment, and the three documents that give you the legal authority to help when they need you most.

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Bob Weir’s Final Act: Family, Trusts, and a $60 Million Fortune

In the final part of our three part series on Bob Weir, we look at how the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist turned a lifetime of chaos into one of rock’s most disciplined financial legacies. Call 866-323-7529 or visit https://cordellcordell.com/practice-areas/estate-planning/ to schedule an estate planning consultation. For a limited time, mention LIFE’S THIRD ACT for 15% off eligible estate planning services!

Bob Weir’s Publishing Deal: The Real Source of His Wealth

Bob Weir’s business acumen, specifically his management of song publishing rights, is the secret engine behind his enduring financial legacy. In this episode, we break down how the Grateful Dead moved beyond traditional touring revenue to build a powerhouse of intellectual property ownership.

Call 866-323-7529 or visit https://cordellcordell.com/practice-areas/estate-planning/ to schedule an estate planning consultation. For a limited time, mention LIFE’S THIRD ACT for 15% off eligible estate planning services!