What Happens If You Don’t Have a Will?

Many people fail to prepare a will, leaving families to face messy legal trouble and unknown outcomes.Once upon a time, Sara thought she’d be okay without writing a will. But when she had health trouble, people fought over decisions. In this episode, Redmond O’Brien from Odette Rwigamba Lawyers PC tells why wills matter, how divorce and family law cases get messy without honest disclosures, and how powers of attorney protect you.We talk about:What happens if you die without a willHow full disclosure in family and divorce law prevents surprisesWhat a power of attorney means, and when you’ll need oneSpecial legal paths business owners should knowHow to find the right lawyer and what to look for in legal specializationWe also hear about Redmond’s bilingual work (English and French) and how that helps in diverse communities.Guest Links & Resources:Odette Rwigamba Lawyers PC websiteRedmond O’Brien on LinkedInAcknowledgments:Huge thanks to:·  Carl Richards from Podcast Solutions Made Simple – podcast expert·  Fred Crouch “Property Wizard” – host, educator in real estate·  Jovan Strika from Hive Coworking – partner workspace community·  Melanie Webber – invaluable business partner·  Wayne Pratt from Motive8U Inc – coach + co‑hostHosts:Bernie Franzgrote — LinkedInWayne Pratt — LinkedIn Sponsor Details:💼 Business Tools & Communities That Help SMBs GrowI may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you click the links. Each supports what I do — and could support you too.Descript – Smarter Content CreationStruggling to keep up with content? Descript makes editing audio/video as easy as editing a doc. Perfect for podcasts, promos, training.👉 http://tinyurl.com/3ns72bdkHive – Real‑World Business NetworkingFeeling stuck behind a screen? Hive helps you build real connections—both online and in person.👉 https://tinyurl.com/4dmcxah8Property Wizard Podcast – Real Estate Made PracticalCurious about investing or growing wealth? Fred Crouch breaks it down simply for beginners.👉 https://tinyurl.com/3psh5bdk If this episode made you think, we want to hear from you. Comment below with your questions or stories about wills, power of attorney, or choosing a lawyer. To dig deeper or get help, email us at [email protected] visit https://knack4business.com/. Disclaimer: Everything you heard today is for educational purposes only. It's not professional advice. Before you act on anything — talk to a certified expert in your area. Your accountant. Your lawyer. Someone who knows your situation.We share perspectives. You make the decisions.Want more? Head over to blog.knack4business.com — packed with practical episodes on AI, marketing, leadership, and growth. No fluff. Just the good stuff. Subscribe while you're there.Until next time; keep building. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.