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Do You Really Need an Est…

Do You Really Need an Estate Planning Attorney? 5 Signs Your DIY Plan Will Fail | Repair The Roof Podcast

Ted Gudorf, an estate planning attorney with over 35 years of experience, reveals the critical pitfalls of DIY and online estate planning services.

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Does my trust need an EIN…

Does my trust need an EIN? | Repair The Roof Podcast

Does your living trust need its own tax ID number? This is a common question I get from clients, and honestly, there's a lot of confusion out here about it.

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IRA Trust The Smartest Wa…

IRA Trust The Smartest Way to Pass Retirement Savings to Your Children | Repair The Roof Podcast

Covers protecting retirement accounts, avoiding taxes and risks, and using trusts to secure heirs’ inherited IRA benefits effectively.

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How to Start the Estate Planning Conversation with Your Aging Parents | Repair The Roof Podcast

Estate planning isn’t just about money—it’s about honoring your parents’ wishes. Learn how to start these conversations, which documents matter most, and why planning early protects family peace of mind.

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Revocable Trust Explained in 5 Minutes (No Legal Jargon) | Repair The Roof Podcast

Estate planning attorney Ted explains revocable trusts, how they work, why funding matters, and how they avoid probate, protect families, and prevent common estate planning mistake

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5 Living Trust Misconceptions That Could Destroy Your Estate Plan | Repair The Roof Podcast

Ted Gudorf explains why funding a living trust matters, clears up five common myths, and stresses coordination, updates, privacy, and retirement accounts.

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Estate Planning Case Study: Protecting a $3 Million Estate for Future Generations | Repair The Roof Podcast

Learn how estate planning can protect your assets, avoid probate, and address long-term care needs. Explore real-world strategies for securing your financial legacy.

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How To Build A Estate Plan That TRULY Reflects Your Values | Repair The Roof Podcast

Estate attorney Ted Gudorf shares how legacy planning goes beyond legal papers—passing values, preparing heirs, preserving assets, and using giving to strengthen family bonds.

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Why TOD & Joint Ownership Estate Plans Fail (And How a Trust Fixes It) | Repair The Roof Podcast

Attorney Ted Gudorf exposes risks of “simple” estate plans like TODs & joint ownership, urging revocable living trusts for true protection.

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What Happens to Your Family If You Die Without a Plan? | Repair The Roof Podcast

Estate attorney Ted Gudorf explains why everyone needs estate planning, sharing stories and key tools like trusts and powers of attorney.

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