Less Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself #407 The Business of Being Dead: How to Protect Your Family, Assets & Sanity with Ali Goff
🌟 ⚠️ This is the episode you didn’t know you desperately needed. 💥
Wills, trusts, probate... sounds boring? Think again. This convo might just save your family thousands—and a whole lot of stress. 👀💸
This week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I’m joined by estate attorney and certified performance coach Ali Goff, who’s not only brilliant but also shows up to legal talks in a T-shirt that says “Future Dead Person.” So you know we’re going to have fun while talking about something that usually feels… well, kind of morbid.
In this honest and surprisingly juicy convo, we’re digging into trusts, wills, and the documents every adult needs—but most avoid until it’s too late. I brought Ali on the show (and to our upcoming retreat in Salt Lake City 🎉) because she knows how to make complex stuff digestible and, dare I say, enjoyable. She also drops some wild stories that might just light a fire under your adulting.
Whether you’re 35 or 75, this episode will make you laugh and realize just how much stress (and money) you can save your family by planning now.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Why estate planning isn’t just for the rich or the retired
- What actually happens when you die without a will or trust (hint: it’s not pretty)
- The $50K+ mistake most families make without realizing it
- Why online legal templates might cost you more than they save
- The difference between a will and a trust—and why one skips court drama
- What documents every parent must have in place (especially for guardianship)
- How to make sure your family isn’t left scrambling in a medical or financial emergency
👯‍♀️ Want to hang with Ali and me in person? There are still a few seats left for the fall retreat. It's not just about health—it's about protecting your peace, your people, and your legacy. Apply now: https://www.lessstressedliferetreats.com/saltlake
ABOUT GUEST:
Alexandria “Ali” Goff is the founder and CEO of Goff Legal, a boutique California law firm specializing in estate planning and administration. A passionate educator and certified performance coach, Ali empowers fiduciaries and business owners to grow with clarity and confidence. She frequently speaks for professional organizations and serves on the UC Davis School of Law Alumni Board. Outside of work, Ali lives in Loomis with her husband, two sons, and their menagerie of pets. She’s also a Level 1 Sommelier who enjoys wine tasting, travel, and live music.
WHERE TO FIND:
Website: https://gofflegal.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goff.legal/
WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA:
Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/
Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist
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