The Clock is Ticking: How Delays Drain Estates

Many families delay handling estate matters after a loved one passes—understandably due to grief or uncertainty—but that delay can have real financial and legal consequences. In this episode, we walk through the top cost drivers that come from waiting too long and why getting started early (even in small steps) makes a big difference.

Outline

1. Why timing matters
2. Cost driver #1: Missed Tax deadlines
3. Cost driver #2: Frozen assets and investment losses
4. Cost driver #3: Higher legal and administrative fees
5. Cost driver #4: Family Conflict and Litigation
6. Cost driver #5: Creditor Claims & Lawsuits
7. Cost driver #6: Lost of tax election and disclaimers
8. Cost driver #7: Delayed Distributions

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