"If I die before I wake"- Why you shouldn't die without a Will? (LIVE) (#283)

Financial Advisors Say The Darndest Things by A.B. Ridgeway, CPWA®️, MBA

Episode notes

In this episode, host AB Ridgway shares a personal story about his childhood fear surrounding the bedtime prayer "Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep," leading to an important discussion on the importance of financial planning and the legacy we leave behind.

Key Takeaways:

  1. The Power of Instructions: Instructions are essential in various aspects of life, from taking care of a wound to managing finances. Just like how medical professionals provide care instructions post-surgery, individuals must leave clear financial instructions to ensure their loved ones are well taken care of in their absence.
  2. Facing the Reality of Death: Ridgway emphasizes that death is an inevitable reality that we must prepare for. Avoiding the topic does not mitigate its impact. Instead, planning for it by l ... 
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