150: Third-Party Trustees: A Smart Choice for Your Estate Plan?

In this episode of Absolute Trust Talk, Kirsten Howe and associate attorney Jessica Colbert continue their in-depth discussion on selecting a successor trustee, with a focus on third-party options. They explore key considerations when choosing a licensed professional fiduciary, breaking down the advantages and potential drawbacks of this option. Additionally, they provide insights into other alternatives, such as corporate trustees. Whether you're making this decision for the first time or revisiting your estate plan, this episode offers practical advice to help you choose the best trustee for your unique needs. Tune in now for expert guidance!   Time-stamped Show Notes: 0:00 Introduction 0:40 What is a Third-Party Trustee? Kirsten and Jessica explain the role of third-party trustees, focusing on licensed professional fiduciaries and why they might be a great option for your estate plan. 1:53 Curious about the advantages of naming a licensed professional fiduciary as your trustee? This segment highlights the key reasons why it could be the right choice for you. 4:19 Every option has pros and cons—here's what you need to consider when thinking about selecting a licensed professional fiduciary. 5:48 If family members or third-party trustees aren't ideal, there's another route: corporate trustees. Learn why this might be a good alternative. 8:43 Key Takeaways in 60 Seconds: Pressed for time? Get the most important advice from this episode in just one minute. Take the Next Step in Your Estate Planning Journey If this episode resonated with you, we'd love to help you with your own estate planning needs in California. Schedule a complimentary discovery call with our team at Absolute Trust Counsel. During this no-obligation conversation, we'll: Learn about your unique situation and goals Answer questions about our services Determine if we're the right fit to work together  Visit https://absolutetrustcounsel.com/scheduling/ or call 925-943-2740 to schedule your free discovery call today. Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a couple second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits: The Absolute Trust Talk podcast is brought to you with the help of Q2Mark, led by Chief Marketing Officer Susie Hays. Since 2016, Q2Mark has partnered with Absolute Trust Counsel on all marketing communications—from brand development and website design to this podcast series with over 192 episodes, social media management, video production, and more. If you're business owner looking for comprehensive marketing support, visit Q2Mark.com.