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EPISODE · Jun 16, 2026 · 39 MIN

The Financial Independence Step Most People Forget: Estate Planning

from BiggerPockets Money Podcast · host BiggerPockets

Most people know they should have an estate plan, but keep putting it off. In this episode of the BiggerPockets Money podcast, Mindy Jensen and special guest Carl Jensen sit down with estate planning attorney Skipton Reynolds to break down everything you need to know about wills, trusts, probate, beneficiary designations, powers of attorney, guardianship planning, and estate taxes. Whether you're a young adult, a parent, a high-net-worth investor, or someone pursuing financial independence, estate planning is one of the most important financial moves you'll ever make. Learn how to protect your assets, avoid costly probate mistakes, ensure your loved ones are cared for, and create a plan that reflects your wishes. Connect with Skipton Reynolds: Website: https://www.skiptonlaw.com/ To go beyond the podcast: Kick start your financial independence journey with our FREE financial resources - https://biggerpocketsmoney.com/ Subscribe on YouTube for even more content- www.youtube.com/biggerpocketsmoney  Connect with us on social media to join the other BiggerPockets Money listeners - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BPMoney We believe financial independence is attainable for anyone no matter when or where you’re starting. Let’s get your financial house in order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most people know they should have an estate plan, but keep putting it off. In this episode of the BiggerPockets Money podcast, Mindy Jensen and special guest Carl Jensen sit down with estate planning attorney Skipton Reynolds to break down everything you need to know about wills, trusts, probate, beneficiary designations, powers of attorney, guardianship planning, and estate taxes. Whether you're a young adult, a parent, a high-net-worth investor, or someone pursuing financial independence, estate planning is one of the most important financial moves you'll ever make. Learn how to protect your assets, avoid costly probate mistakes, ensure your loved ones are cared for, and create a plan that reflects your wishes. Connect with Skipton Reynolds: Website: https://www.skiptonlaw.com/ To go beyond the podcast: Kick start your financial independence journey with our FREE financial resources - https://biggerpocketsmoney.com/ Subscribe on YouTube for even more content- www.youtube.com/biggerpocketsmoney  Connect with us on social media to join the other BiggerPockets Money listeners - https://www.facebook.com/groups/BPMoney We believe financial independence is attainable for anyone no matter when or where you’re starting. Let’s get your financial house in order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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