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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 54 MIN

Unmarried Partners, Joint Trusts, and the Risks of Poor Estate Planning

from The Legal Exchange · host The Financial Exchange Network

Todd Lutsky and Susan Powers examine two real court cases that highlight how estate planning decisions — or the lack of them — can dramatically alter family outcomes. TTodd also answers listener questions on personal care contracts, irrevocable trusts, HELOCs, healthcare proxies, and powers of attorney — explaining the practical steps families can take to avoid court involvement and protect assets.

Todd Lutsky and Susan Powers examine two real court cases that highlight how estate planning decisions — or the lack of them — can dramatically alter family outcomes. TTodd also answers listener questions on personal care contracts, irrevocable trusts, HELOCs, healthcare proxies, and powers of attorney — explaining the practical steps families can take to avoid court involvement and protect assets.

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