Therapy for Black Girls
Session 393: Estate Planning 101
Jan 8, 2025
Aimee Griffin, founder of the Association of Black Estate Planning Professionals and principal attorney at Life & Legacy Counselors, joins the conversation. She highlights the importance of estate planning for everyone, not just the wealthy, underscoring its role in building generational wealth. Aimee discusses common pitfalls in the planning process and the importance of involving family members. The chat also explores how strategic estate planning can help close the racial wealth gap and emphasizes the need for informed planning in marginalized communities.
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Quick takeaways
- Estate planning is essential for everyone to effectively manage assets and ensure a thoughtful legacy, not just the wealthy or those with children.
- Addressing the historical racial wealth gap requires culturally sensitive education in estate planning to empower Black communities in building generational wealth.
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The Importance of Estate Planning for Everyone
Estate planning is crucial for individuals of all backgrounds, not just the wealthy or those with children. It encompasses a comprehensive approach to managing assets and values, addressing what happens upon death, during incapacity, and how one's legacy is preserved. For example, planning ensures that life insurance benefits are allocated wisely, and that heirs are equipped to manage their inheritance responsibly. By failing to have a structured estate plan, individuals risk leaving their loved ones with financial burdens, mismanagement, or conflicts over inheritance.
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