Do you want to protect your family and legacy, and ensure that a plan is in place when someone passes away? Then you must tune into this conversation!
In this episode of the Thank Me Later Show with Jini, we sit down with Judge Kenya Johnson, the Chief Judge of the Probate Court of Fulton County in Georgia. We demystify the probate process and provide you with actionable steps to ensure a smooth and stress-free transition for your loved ones.
Tune in to learn everything you need to know about the probate process – from distributing a loved one’s assets to understanding the role of the administrator to avoiding common estate planning pitfalls.
Get expert insights and learn how to navigate this legal landscape with confidence. If you apply the tips we share in this episode of the podcast, I promise that you will #thankmelater!
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STAY CONNECTED:
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Connect with Judge Kenya Johnson:
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RESOURCES:
Thank Me Later Resources:
- TML Community: https://www.thankmelater.money
- Thank Me Later Legacy Guide (free download): https://thankmelater.myflodesk.com/h176qtwz1u
- Payable On Death / Transfer On Death Action Plan: https://thankmelatermoney.myshopify.com/collections/shop/products/pod
Estate planning resources (Georgia only):
- Fulton County Probate Court website: https://www.fultonprobatega.org/
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TIMESTAMPS:
4:15 - What inspired Jini to focus on legacy planning
5:33 - What inspired Judge Johnson as a child to focus on legacy planning
8:15 - The role of probate court in estate planning
9:25 - The goal of the probate process
12:17 - The role of the administrator
13:21 - How to pass money on your bank account (setting up a payable on death / transfer on death designation)
16:10 - Why you should consider philanthropic giving when estate planning
16:39 - Debunking myths of estate planning
19:43 - What every blended family needs to know about estate planning
22:40 - Paying for an estate plan
25:30 - Advice for having “the talk” with your family