Estate Planning Basics for Every Stage of Life – 12.31.25

ESTATE PLANNING BASICS FOR EVERY STAGE OF LIFE
FROM BALTIMORE WASHINGTON FINANCIAL ADVISORS

Tyler Kluge | CFP®, CPWA®, CDFA®, CEPS
Financial Planner, BWFA

Tessa Hall
Media and Communications Specialist, BWFA

About This Episode

Estate planning is often misunderstood as something only wealthy families need to worry about. This episode explains why having a plan in place matters regardless of net worth and how basic estate documents can provide clarity, protection, and peace of mind at every stage of life.

Full Description

Many people assume estate planning is only necessary for those with significant wealth. In reality, estate planning is about protecting loved ones, clarifying wishes, and reducing uncertainty, regardless of net worth.

In this episode of Healthy, Wealthy & Wise, the discussion explains why estate planning is important for individuals and families at all stages of life. Listeners will learn how basic planning documents help ensure decisions are made according to their wishes, not left to default rules.

The episode covers common misconceptions around estate planning and why waiting can create unnecessary complications. Without proper documents in place, families may face delays, added stress, and difficult decisions during already challenging times.

The conversation also highlights how estate planning supports broader financial planning goals. Coordinating beneficiaries, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives helps create clarity and continuity, especially as life circumstances change.

Listeners will gain insight into why estate planning is not about predicting outcomes, but preparing for possibilities. Having a plan in place provides peace of mind and helps protect both people and assets.

At BWFA, we encourage proactive planning that reflects each client’s goals and values. This episode offers a clear reminder that estate planning is a foundational step for anyone who wants to care for those they love.

To learn more about estate and financial planning strategies, visit BWFA’s Financial Planning Services.