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411 will and estate planning (Q&A with a lawyer) part 1
In todayโs episode Dev interviews special guest Marlee Viero who is a lawyer specialising in wills and estate planning. They chat about:
๐๐พ what happens when you don't have a will?
๐๐ฟ do it yourself will kits
๐๐ป what is an executor?
๐ what is a beneficiary?
๐๐ผ what is a guardian?
๐๐ฝ what about kids under 18?
๐๐พ distribution of assets, special items, etc.
๐๐ฟ what is a testamentary trust?
Find out more about Marlee & the Nest Legal team: www.nestlegal.com.au
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