565: By the Numbers: Why 42% of Inheritances Disappear Within a Year

What if the biggest risk to your legacy isn't taxes, but what your heirs do with the money once it's in their hands?  Topics covered in this episode:  Emotional and psychological triggers behind overspending Wealth transfer vs. wealth preservation Ways to give heirs a "second chance" with smarter distributions The role of trusts, trustees, and incentive-based planning Why communication with heirs is essential to a lasting legacy Today's article is from ThinkAdvisor blog titled Heirs Beware: 42% Spend Inheritance Within a Year, Study Finds. Listen in as Founder and CEO of Howard Bailey Financial, Casey Weade, breaks down the article and provides thoughtful insights and advice on how it applies to your unique financial situation. Show Notes: HowardBailey.com/565 📧 WEEKEND READING FOR RETIREES: Receive CFP® insight on 4 hand-picked financial articles delivered straight to your Inbox each Friday: https://bit.ly/3OEdGgu  📅SCHEDULE YOUR PERSONAL FINANCIAL REVIEW: Book a 15-minute call with Howard Bailey Financial to see how the topics discussed here apply to your individual situation: https://bit.ly/3T6oNDB ABOUT HOWARD BAILEY FINANCIAL: Our mission is to help others gain clarity in purpose and elevate meaning in their lives through personal and practical financial strategies. Our Retire With Purpose™ Framework starts with establishing your unique financial philosophy — the true meaning and purpose for your money in retirement. Through continued education, one-on-one meetings, and a comprehensive team planning approach, we have helped retirees across the country secure their financial futures. And while we can't work with everyone, our goal is to provide value to everyone we meet. Our team of advisors and support specialists strive to deliver the very best experience in pre-retirement and retirement planning. Learn more about our process here: https://howardbailey.com/our-process