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Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 74: Good Intentions Aren’t Enough: Building an Estate Plan That Holds UpGood Intentions Aren’t Enough: Building an Estate Plan That Holds UpIn this reflective and empowering episode, “Good Intentions Aren’t Enough: Building an Estate Plan That Holds Up,” Attorney Elsa W. Smith closes out the year by addressing a hard truth many families learn too late: good intentions alone do not protect your legacy.Estate planning is often treated like a checklist—download a form, attend a quick meeting, and move on. But real estate planning requires clarity, preparation, and follow-through. In this episode, Elsa walks you through the key moments where estate plans quie...
2025-12-2419 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 73: Smart Estate Planning Starts Here: Key Lessons About WillsEpisode 73: Smart Estate Planning Starts Here: Key Lessons About WillsIn this power-packed episode, “Smart Estate Planning Starts Here: Key Lessons About Wills,” Attorney Elsa W. Smith breaks down the essentials every woman needs to know to protect her family, her assets, and her legacy. Drawing from years of experience empowering women through estate planning, Elsa tackles the most common misconceptions about wills, the mistakes that quietly lead to conflict, and the simple steps you can take now to avoid them.You’ll learn why creating a will isn’t selfish—it’s a profound act of love...
2025-12-1021 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 72: Maryland Public TV Webinar Highlights | Estate Planning Made SimpleEpisode 72: MPT Webinar Highlights – Empower Your Legacy: Estate Planning Made SimpleIn this special episode, we bring you highlights from a powerful Maryland Public Television (MPT) webinar featuring estate planning attorney Elsa W. Smith. Hosted in honor of National Estate Planning Awareness Week 2025, this conversation cuts through the confusion and breaks down what you really need to protect your assets, your wishes, and your loved ones.During the webinar, attendees learned about the essential documents that form the foundation of a strong estate plan, practical steps to start or update their plan, and how proactive pl...
2025-11-2618 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 71: Power of Attorney Essentials | Choosing Wisely, Protecting ConfidentlyPower of Attorney Essentials: Choosing Wisely, Protecting ConfidentlyIf you suddenly couldn’t make decisions about your health, finances, or personal affairs — who would step in to help? In this episode, Power of Attorney Essentials: Choosing Wisely, Protecting Confidently, Maryland estate planning attorney Elsa W. Smith breaks down one of the most powerful — yet often misunderstood — estate planning tools: the Power of Attorney.Through relatable examples and practical guidance, you’ll learn how to avoid costly mistakes, choose the right person to act on your behalf, and protect yourself and your loved ones when it matters mo...
2025-11-1215 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 70 (Encore): Ferretto Young | Navigating Elder Care - Benefits of Aging Life Care ManagersEpisode 70 (Encore): Ferretto Young | Navigating Elder Care – The Benefits of Aging Life Care ManagersWe’re bringing back one of our most impactful episodes, and it’s a must-listen encore presentation, originally airing on March 26, 2025. In this powerful conversation, Attorney Elsa W. Smith is joined by Jessica Young and Ann Marie Rheil of Ferretto Young Care Management Consulting to explore how Aging Life Care Managers (ALCMs) provide invaluable guidance for aging adults and their families. Discover how ALCMs help loved ones navigate the complexities of elder care, connect with essential resources, and create thoughtful long-te...
2025-10-2238 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 69: Love, Legacy & Estate Planning: Conversations Every Couple Should HaveEpisode 69: Love, Legacy & Estate Planning: Conversations Every Couple Should HaveFrom newlyweds to long-time partners, estate planning isn’t just about legal documents — it’s about building trust, protecting your loved ones, and securing your shared legacy. In this episode, Love, Legacy & Estate Planning: Conversations Every Couple Should Have, Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith explores how couples can align on the financial and emotional aspects of planning for the future — even when one partner isn’t ready to take that step.Through relatable examples and practical guidance, you’ll learn how to avoid costly misund...
2025-10-0811 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 68: From Young Children to Young Adults: Estate Planning to Protect the Ones You LoveEpisode 68: From Young Children to Young Adults: Estate Planning to Protect the Ones You Love From minor children to young adults, estate planning isn’t one-size-fits-all. In this episode, Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith explores how thoughtful planning can protect the children in your care—whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver—and give you peace of mind in emergencies.Through real-world examples and practical guidance, you’ll learn how to handle medical emergencies for children, plan for temporary or unexpected incapacity, and safeguard your family’s financial future. You’ll also hear about legal to...
2025-09-2418 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 67: Family First — Preventing Conflict Through PlanningEpisode 67: Family First — Preventing Conflict Through PlanningThe difficult but necessary conversations about legacy, kids, and trusts that every family should have before it’s too late. In this episode, Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith explores why silence around estate planning can create confusion, stress, and even conflict — and how having these conversations can protect your family and your legacy.Through real-world examples and practical guidance, you’ll learn how to approach estate planning talks at every stage of life, the risks of avoiding them, and the benefits of clear communication. You’ll also hear how s...
2025-09-1014 min
BJKS Podcast116. Elsa Fouragnan: Transcranial Ultrasound Stimulation, brain surgery, and French PolynesiaElsa Fouragnan is an Associate Professor and UKRI Future Leader Fellow at the University of Plymouth. We talk mainly about her work on focussed transcranial ultrasound stimulation, a new non-invasive way other stimulating (human) brains, including deep areas that can't be reached with TMS. We also discuss her childhood in French Polynesia, how she started doing research, what it's like seeing a brain during surgery, and much more.This was the first episode I recorded in-person. The audio quality is really good, with the minor exception that I made a really silly error during editing, such that...
2025-09-081h 37
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 66: Practice Owners — Why You MUST Have a WillEpisode 66: Practice Owners — Why You MUST Have a WillRunning a practice is more than a job — it’s your life’s work, your livelihood, and your legacy. But what happens to it if something happens to you? In this powerful episode, Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith speaks directly to practice owners — doctors, therapists, accountants, lawyers, and other professionals — about why a will is the bare minimum protection your practice (and your family) needs.Through real-world examples, you’ll see what happens when professionals fail to plan: staff left without guidance, clients stranded without services, and...
2025-08-2713 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 65: Make-A-Will Month SpecialEpisode 65: Wills, Women & Wealth – A Make-A-Will Month Special August is National Make-A-Will Month — the perfect reminder that the best gift you can give your loved ones is clarity. In this empowering episode, Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith speaks directly to women about why having a will is essential, what’s at stake if you don’t have one, and the simple steps you can take to protect your legacy.Through the real-life story of “Darlene,” you’ll see how the absence of a will can lead to heartbreak, conflict, and unintended consequences — and how just a few hours of pla...
2025-08-1309 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 64: Lynn Corazzi | Confident Financial Outcomes: What Every Female Entrepreneur Needs to KnowEpisode 64: Lynn Corazzi | Confident Financial Outcomes: What Every Female Entrepreneur Needs to KnowIn this eye-opening episode, Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith is joined by Lynn Corazzi, Fractional CFO and the “Data Magician”. Lynn is on a mission to demystify accounting and help small business owners build long-term financial success without getting buried in spreadsheets.From his early days at Procter & Gamble, Lynn breaks down how smart financial management is the key to more than just profit; it’s the gateway to freedom, legacy, and generational wealth.Whether you’re a business...
2025-07-2337 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 63: (Encore) Problems Resulting From Jointly Held Assets With Your ChildrenEpisode 63 :In this encore episode, we revisit a topic that continues to resonate with listeners: Problems Resulting From Jointly Held Assets With Your Children.As with all estate planning, every family's situation is unique. Children can play valuable roles in your estate plan—but joint ownership of assets can lead to serious, unintended consequences. The issues discussed in this episode are based on real situations. Our goal is to raise your awareness and help you make informed decisions that protect your legacy.We cover:🔹 Issue 1: Adding Children to Your Bank Accounts 🔹 Issue 2...
2025-07-0916 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 62: (Encore) Are You Transferring Generational Wealth or Generational Trauma?Episode 62 – Encore: Are You Transferring Generational Wealth or Generational Trauma?In this encore presentation of one of our most impactful episodes, Attorney Elsa W. Smith takes you on a powerful journey—one that challenges conventional notions of legacy and invites you to reimagine what it truly means to pass something on.Through the lens of estate planning, Elsa shares how her work with families—especially women—has revealed a deeper truth: We don’t just transfer assets… we transfer stories, patterns, and sometimes pain. With wisdom and empathy, she explores how unexamined wealth transfers can unintentiona...
2025-06-2514 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 61: (Encore) Transforming Lives Through Decluttering and OrganizingSpecial Guest: Mara Dowler, Owner of Bluebird Home OrganizingOriginal Air Date: March 13, 2024Back by popular demand! In this encore episode, we revisit a powerful conversation with Mara Dowler, a Platinum Level KonMari Consultant and Certified Organize 365® Paper Solution Organizer. Mara shares how her journey with decluttering changed her life—and how she now helps others transform their homes and minds through intentional organization.In this episode, we discuss:How the KonMari Method® changed Mara’s lifeWhy some clients experience emotional breakthroughs during the processHer most impact...
2025-06-1147 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 60: (Encore) Second Marriages & Probate – The Complexities of Dying Without a Will🎙️ Episode 60 (Encore): Second Marriages & Probate – The Complexities of Dying Without a WillWe're bringing back one of our most impactful episodes from the Probate Series—a must-listen for anyone in a blended family or second marriage.In this encore presentation, Attorney Elsa W. Smith explores the legal and emotional complexities that arise when someone passes away without a will—especially in second marriages. Whether you're a spouse, parent, or adult child, this episode sheds light on how Maryland intestacy laws can shape the outcome of an estate.In this episode, you’ll learn:...
2025-05-2812 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 59: In Honor of the Women Who Raised Us: Legacy, Lessons & Love After Mother’s DayEpisode 59: In Honor of the Women Who Raised Us: Legacy, Lessons & Love After Mother’s DayWhen we think of legacy, we often imagine money, property, or family heirlooms. But the true meaning of legacy runs much deeper — it’s the love, lessons, and resilience passed down through generations.In this heartfelt episode, Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith offers a powerful reflection inspired by Mother’s Day. She honors the mothers, grandmothers, aunties, and mentors who shape our lives — and explores how estate planning allows us to carry their stories forward.This episo...
2025-05-1421 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 58: What My Clients Have Taught Me About Final Disposition Instructions — And Why Yours Matter TooEpisode 58: What My Clients Have Taught Me About Final Disposition Instructions — And Why Yours Matter TooWhen most people think about estate planning, they picture wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. But there’s one deeply meaningful part that’s often overlooked: final disposition instructions — what happens to your body, your ceremony, your farewell.In this powerful episode, Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith shares the unforgettable lessons she’s learned from clients over the years — and why getting these wishes in writing is one of the most loving and e...
2025-04-2314 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 57: (Encore) Dismantling Impostor Syndrome: Lessons from a Former NASA EngineerEp. 57 (Encore) – SHOW HIGHLIGHTSIn this encore episode (original air date Mar. 8, 2023), we’re revisiting a powerful conversation with Maureen Zappala – Impostor Syndrome Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Former NASA Engineer.We discussed: • How she coped with impostor syndrome while working at NASA, • How to identify and manage impostor syndrome, • Her efforts to encourage more women into STEM careers, • How addressing impostor syndrome can unleash your team’s productivity, boost confidence, and transform your organization’s culture, • And more!SUBSCRIBE✔️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spoti...
2025-04-0953 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 56: Ferretto Young | Navigating Elder Care: The Benefits of an Aging LIfe Care ManagerEpisode 56: Navigating Elder Care – The Benefits of an Aging Life Care ManagerMarch is Women's History Month, a time to honor the resilience and leadership of women—including those who dedicate their careers to guiding families through the complexities of elder care. In this episode, we explore how Aging Life Care Managers (ALCMs) provide invaluable support for aging adults and their loved ones.I’m joined by Jessica Young and Ann Marie Riehl of Ferretto Young Care Management Consulting to discuss how ALCMs help families navigate elder care, access resources, and plan for the future. If you're caring for an...
2025-03-2638 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 55: Dr. Venessa Perry | Celebrating Women's Voices: A Special Encore PresentationMarch is Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the resilience, leadership, and voices of women who have shaped history and continue to break barriers today. In that spirit, we're bringing back a special encore presentation of an insightful conversation with Dr. Venessa Perry, organizational psychologist, leadership development consultant, and thought leader. Originally aired on October 18, 2023, this episode—now titled "Celebrating Women's Voices | A Special Encore Presentation"—is a tribute to the strength and empowerment of Black women in corporate spaces.In speaking with Venessa Perry, PhD, MPH, and CEO of Health Resources Solutions, LLC. we address the...
2025-03-1256 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 54: Wealth & Legacy Conversations - A Black Excellence SpecialEpisode 54: Wealth & Legacy Conversations – A Black Excellence SpecialIn this special episode of Wills, Women & Wealth, Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith highlights the power of preparation, protection, and planning as key pillars of Black Excellence. As we approach the end of Black History Month, this episode features highlights from powerful conversations Attorney Smith has had with three impact makers who are shaping the future in their fields.These discussions showcase how we can protect our wealth, secure our legacies, and ensure financial empowerment for generations to come:✔️ Andre Lingham, Founder & President of the C...
2025-02-2651 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 53: Making History Through Estate Planning – Black History Month EditionEpisode 53: Making History Through Estate Planning - Black History Month EditionIn this special Black History Month episode, Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith celebrates the powerful legacy of Black families and empowers you to create a lasting impact through thoughtful estate planning. Whether you're starting from scratch or revisiting your plans, this episode explores the importance of securing your legacy and overcoming the common obstacles that can hold you back.Attorney Smith offers valuable insights into how estate planning plays a crucial role in preserving wealth, culture, and history for future generations. By...
2025-02-1213 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 52: Overcoming 7 Estate Planning Roadblocks at the Start of the YearEpisode 52: Overcoming 7 Estate Planning Roadblocks at the Start of the Year
Start the new year with confidence by tackling common challenges that prevent you from taking charge of your estate planning. Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith shares practical strategies to help you overcome the most frequent roadblocks—whether it's confusion, procrastination, or fear of the unknown.
This inspiring episode is designed to empower you with the tools to break through barriers and protect your legacy. Attorney Smith walks you through seven actionable steps to address these challenges head-on and ensures your estate plan al...
2025-01-2219 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 51: Reflect, Review, Reset—What You Must Do Before January 31stEpisode 51: Reflect, Review, Reset—What You Must Do Before January 31st
Start 2025 with clarity and purpose by taking the necessary steps to align your estate plan with your life and goals. Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith guides you through her actionable "Reflect, Review, Reset" framework to help you assess your current plan, update what’s necessary, and prepare for a successful year ahead.
In this empowering episode, Attorney Smith emphasizes the importance of using January as a time to pause, reflect on significant life changes, review your estate planning documents, and reset your goal...
2025-01-0810 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 50: "Best of" Series_Renee Boston, Esq. | From Advocacy to Action: Empowering Women Through Birth Injury AwarenessThis episode is part of our Best Of series, featuring impactful conversations that inspire and empower women to safeguard their health, wealth, and legacies.
Originally aired on May 3, 2023, this powerful episode explores the maternal and infant health disparities that disproportionately impact Black women, with racial inequalities contributing to devastating outcomes during and after childbirth. Joining the conversation is Attorney Renee Boston, co-founder of Boston Law Group, LLC, and a dedicated advocate and expert in medical malpractice and birth injury litigation, to provide insight into this critical issue.
Renee shares her deeply personal connection to this field and...
2024-12-2553 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 49: "Best of" Series_Marcella Mollon-Williams, Behavioral Financial Advisor ™ | Lasting LegaciesTopic: Lasting Legacies: How To Create A Thriving Multi-Generational Family Culture
Special Guest: Marcella Mollon-Williams, Behavioral Financial Advisor™
As we approach the 2-year anniversary of Wills, Women & Wealth with Attorney Elsa W. Smith, we're celebrating with a Best Of Series, highlighting some of our most impactful episodes.
In this episode, we revisit our insightful conversation with special guest Marcella Mollon-Williams, Behavioral Financial Advisor™. (Original air date: Dec. 27, 2023) Together, we explore:
Common challenges elders face in communicating financial matters to younger generations,
Guiding new 6- and 7-figure earners in overcoming preco...
2024-12-1150 min
Vibrant Legacy WellnessBreaking Free: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs with Glen Smith
In this episode of Vibrant Legacy Wellness, I sit down with Glen Smith, entrepreneur, master NLP practitioner, and life coach.
Together, we discuss how to overcome limiting beliefs, break free from generational patterns, and take the steps needed to create the life you truly deserve.
Tune in for insights, actionable tips, and the inspiration to start your journey toward personal growth and transformation today!
#vibrantlegacywellness #glensmith
2024-12-0429 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 48: Empowering Women Through Community | A Conversation with Peggy Morris of Sisters 4 Sisters Network, Inc.
Episode 48: Empowering Women Through Community | A Conversation with Peggy Morris of Sisters 4 Sisters Network, Inc.
In this inspiring replay from October 19, 2022, we sit down with Peggy Morris, President and a Founder of Sisters 4 Sisters Network, Inc., to explore the powerful impact of women supporting women. From its beginnings with four women committed to entrepreneurship, this network has grown into a thriving community dedicated to empowerment, growth, and collaboration. Peggy shares the journey of building a safe and uplifting space for women, the core pillars of the organization—Domestic Violence Awareness, Entrepreneurship, Health and Wellness, and Education & Mentoring—and her visi...
2024-11-2743 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 47: Mental Health & Wealth | A Conversation with Dr. Paula AndersonEpisode 47: Mental Health & Wealth | A Conversation with Dr. Paula Anderson
In this special replay of a June 2021 conversation, Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith is joined by Dr. Paula Anderson for an empowering discussion on the critical connection between mental health and wealth. Together, Attorney Smith and Dr. Paula dive into the topic of "Mental Health and Wealth" to explore how maintaining mental wellness can lead to more confident, effective estate planning. With insights on overcoming mental health stigma in communities of color and practical tips for managing stress, this episode sheds light on why caring...
2024-11-1334 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 46: Planning Together, Navigating Probate with EaseEpisode 46: Probate Story Series: Planning Together, Navigating Probate with Ease
In this final installment of the *Probate Story Series*, Maryland Estate Planning Attorney Elsa W. Smith shares a heartfelt and enlightening story about the peace of mind that comes from thoughtful, advance planning. Join Elsa as she tells the story of Jessica and Richard, a couple who planned their estate together to ensure a smoother journey through probate. This episode highlights how working hand-in-hand with an estate planning attorney can make all the difference, reducing stress and simplifying the probate process during difficult times.
In th...
2024-10-2315 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 45: Agatha's Story: Family, Feuds, and Final Wishes_A Probate Success StoryEpisode 45: (Probate Series)
Agatha’s Story: Family, Feuds, and Final Wishes: A Probate Success Story
In this episode of our Probate Series, we celebrate the inspiring journey of Agatha, a woman whose meticulous estate planning truly exemplified her love for her family. Through her thoughtful preparations, she set up a strong foundation to protect her loved ones. However, even the best-laid plans can encounter unexpected challenges. Her Personal Representative, Jeremy, navigated the emotional complexities that often accompany family dynamics, turning potential obstacles into opportunities for growth and understanding. While Agatha's intentions were noble, this story high...
2024-10-0912 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 44: The Overwhelmed DIY Personal Representative: A Cautionary TaleEpisode 44: (Probate Series)
The Overwhelmed DIY Personal Representative: A Cautionary Tale
In this episode, we continue our probate series with a cautionary tale about a personal representative who tries to navigate probate without professional help.
✔️Learn how to make it easy for loved ones to find your assets and avoid probate delays,
✔️Understand the importance of meeting probate deadlines,
✔️Learn strategies to reduce inheritance conflicts and maintain family harmony,
✔️Appreciate how the right professionals can ease the probate process,
✔️ And more!
2024-09-2519 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 43: Martha Underwood | Using Cutting-Edge Technology To Promote and Preserve Generational WealthEpisode 43: (REQUESTED REPLAY_Original air date Feb. 08, 2023)
In this episode, we chat with Martha Underwood, Founder and CEO of PRISMM - a company that provides a digital vault for your most important documents. We discussed:
•Challenges she faced as a Black woman navigating a predominantly white tech space,
•How her technology background distinguishes Martha from competitors in the digital vault space,
•What PRISMM is and the need it addresses,
•How she funded her dream,
•The high-profile celebrity who recently joined forces with PRISMM,
•and more!
Did you...
2024-09-1151 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 42: Second Marriages & Probate: The Complexities of Dying Without a Will Ep. 42: Highlights
Probate Series
Topic: Second Marriages & Probate: The Complexities of Dying Without a Will
From this episode you'll learn:
✔️Why it’s crucial to have a will to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes, not state laws.
✔️How state laws dictate asset distribution when there's no will, which may not align with your intentions.
✔️How the absence of a will can lead to disputes, especially in blended families.
✔️How Maryland’s laws determine asset division when someone dies without a will, including the split b...
2024-08-2812 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 41: Understanding Specific Bequests: Why They're Essential In Your Will Ep. 41: Highlights
Topic: Understanding Specific Bequests: Why They're Essential In Your Will
From this episode you'll:
✔️Gain a clear understanding of what specific bequests are, including how they differ from general bequests, and why they are an essential component of a will.
✔️Understand the need for precision in specific bequests, explaining how detailed descriptions help ensure that the right items are passed on to the intended beneficiaries.,
✔️Learn how specific bequests can reflect...
2024-08-1416 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 40: Estate Planning Before and After A Divorce (Part 2 of 2-Part Series) Ep. 40: Highlights
Topic: Estate Planning Before and After A Divorce (Part 2 of Series)
You'll:
✔️Learn the importance of revising your business succession plan to reflect post-divorce circumstances,
✔️Understand how to update ownership and distribution plans for valuable personal property,
✔️Gain insights on reviewing and updating your charitable trusts and giving plans,
✔️Learn strategies for managing the emotional and physical stress of estate planning post-divorce,
✔️ and more!
Secure yo...
2024-07-2419 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 39: Estate Planning Before and After A Divorce (Part 1 of 2-Part Series)Ep. 39: Highlights
Topic: Estate Planning Before and After A Divorce
You'll learn:
✔️The importance of reviewing and updating beneficiaries on financial accounts before a divorce.
✔️How prenuptial agreements can protect your assets and simplify estate planning.
✔️The need to update power of attorney designations to someone other than your current spouse.
✔️The importance of revising your will and trusts to prevent your soon-to-be ex-spouse from inheriting certain assets and to protect your loved ones.
✔️ Your estate planning attorney can be a resource to connect with other professionals you'll need, such as...
2024-07-1014 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 38: The Reluctant Personal Representative's DilemmaEp. 38: Highlights
Topic: The Reluctant Personal Representative’s Dilemma
In this episode, join us as we:
✔️Gain a comprehensive understanding of the responsibilities and importance of a Personal Representative in estate administration.
✔️Explore the emotional and ethical challenges faced by reluctant Personal Representatives, including dealing with unscrupulous relatives.
✔️Learn about the legal obligations, potential liabilities, and practical challenges of managing an estate.
✔️Discover the critical criteria and questions to consider when deciding whether to accept the role of a Personal Representative.
✔️Get practical tips and strategies for effecti...
2024-06-2639 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 37: Grieving While Managing ProbateEp. 37: Highlights
Topic: Grieving While Managing Probate
In this episode, join us as we:
✔️Explore the unique challenges of managing the probate process while grieving the loss of a loved one.
✔️Delve into the hypothetical journey of Sarah, who grapples with the overwhelming responsibilities of being a personal representative while mourning her mother's passing.
✔️Discuss the real struggles Sarah faces in balancing her emotional needs with the demands of probate administration.
✔️Learn how professional assistance could have eased Sarah's burden and provided invaluable support during this challenging time.
✔️G...
2024-06-1212 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 36: Estate Planning for Busy Professionals - Overcoming Time Constraints and Common BarriersEp. 36: Highlights
Topic: Estate Planning for Busy Professionals: Overcoming Time Constraints and Common Barriers
In this episode, we discuss the following areas:
*How the perceived need to wait until "things calm down" results in an indefinite postponement of estate planning,
* The misconception that estate planning can wait until you're in your 60's, 70's, and beyond,
*How the struggles with mental fatigue and burnout are real and will push estate planning to the back burner,
and more.
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2024-05-2221 min
Big Blend RadioElsa Dixon - Cruising the Bay of BengalThis episode of Big Blend Radio’s 3rd Monday “Food, Wine & Travel” Show with IFWTWA features travel writer and author Elsa Dixon who talks about her experiences Cruising the Bay of Bengal where she visited five countries through nine ports of call including: Thailand (Bangkok, Koh Samui), Singapore (Singapore), Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, George Town), Sri Lanka (Colombo), India (Goa, Mumbai, Jaipur). READ ELSA'S BLOGS ABOUT HER BAY OF BENGAL EXPERIENCES:* Bangkok, Thailand: https://travelswithelsa.com/blogs/news/bustling-bangkok-thailand * Singapore: https://travelswithelsa.com/blogs/news/singapore-a-melting-pot-of-different-cultures * Malaysia: https://travelswithelsa.com/blogs/news/mala...
2024-05-2141 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 35: Are You Transferring Generational Wealth or Generational Trauma?Ep. 35: Highlights
In this episode, we discuss the following areas:
Mindful Wealth Transfer
Holistic Approaches To Estate Planning
Legacy Beyond Wealth
and more.
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2024-05-0814 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 34: 7 Estate Planning Mistakes Made By WomenEp. 34: Highlights
In this episode, we delve into the critical realm of estate planning, shedding light on 7 common mistakes made by women and providing actionable advice to avoid those mistakes:
Neglecting Advance Directives
Delaying Establishing A Power of Attorney
Mismanagement of Beneficiaries
and more.
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2024-04-2415 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 33: Andre Lingham | Elder Fraud & ExploitationEp. 33 Highlights
Topic: Elder Abuse & Exploitation
Special Guest: Andre Lingham
Andre Lingham is the Founder & President of the Center for Elder Justice and Education.
Andre and I have a conversation about the following:
Education is Key: Understanding the tactics used in elder fraud and exploitation is crucial for prevention. Educating both elders and their caregivers about potential scams and red flags empowers them to recognize and avoid fraudulent activities.
Awareness of Vulnerabilities: Elderly individuals are often targeted due to perceived vulnerabilities, such as isolation, cognitive decline, or f...
2024-04-1048 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 32 Navigating Probate Costs: 6 Factors and SolutionsEp. 32 Highlights
Topic: "Navigating Probate Costs: 6 Factors and Solutions"
In this episode, we delve into the complexities of probate costs and offer actionable strategies to alleviate financial burdens during the estate administration process. Join us as we explore the factors contributing to increased expenses in probate proceedings and provide practical solutions to streamline asset distribution and protect your legacy.
Highlights:
✅Understanding the factors contributing to increased probate costs.
✅ Practical strategies for minimizing financial burdens through comprehensive estate planning.
✅Tips fo...
2024-03-2720 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 31: Mara Dowler | Transforming Lives Through Decluttering and OrganizingEp. 31 Highlights
Topic: Transforming Lives Through Decluttering and Organizing
Special Guest: Mara Dowler, Owner of Bluebird Home Organizing.
Mara Dowler is a Platinum Level KonMari Consultant and Certified Organize 365 Paper Solution Organizer.
We discuss:
How the KonMari Method® of decluttering and organizing changed her life,
Why some clients break down during the decluttering process,
Mara’s most impactful client transformation experience,
The importance of buy-in from family members during the decluttering journey,
How psychology factors into organizing and decluttering your life,
...
2024-03-1347 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 30: Empower Her Legacy | Challenging The Dangerous Belief That Wives Don't Need Estate PlansEp. 30 Highlights
Topic: "Empower Her Legacy: Challenging The Dangerous Belief That Wives Don't Need Estate Plans"
In this episode, I address the case of John & Paula and the potential pitfalls of relying solely on John's estate plan. This episode is inspired by actual calls received by our estate planning firm.
Channeling my own journey, I highlight the empowerment that estate planning brings to women. By challenging the belief that wives don't need estate plans, I aim to encourage couples to embark on their estate planning journey together.
2024-02-2819 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 29: JUMPStart Your Estate Planning In 7 Easy StepsEp. 29 Highlights
Topic: JUMPStart Your Estate Plan In 7 Easy Steps
Important areas we will cover during this podcast are:
✔️Crafting your legacy compass,
✔️Looking beyond bank accounts,
✔️Understanding the human element in estate planning,
✔️ Recognizing life's impact on legacy, and
✔️ Using an accountability partner for estate planning.
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2024-02-1412 min
Marketing and Sales in Italiano con Robert Julian Smith92: I Segreti del Personal Branding con Elisa Giuli I Segreti del Personal Branding con Elsa Giuli In questo episodio, esploriamo il mondo del Personal Branding con l'esperta Elsa Giuli, che condivide strategie efficaci per distinguersi nel mercato. Scopri come il branding personale può ampliare la tua base di clienti e migliorare la tua immagine professionale, attraverso l'esempio di un personal trainer che ha riempito la sua agenda in sole due settimane. Ascolta per apprendere consigli pratici su come rendere il tuo marchio personale indimenticabile nell'era digitale. https://www.instagram.com/elisagiuli/ https://www.capcut.com/it-it/ https://en...
2024-02-0652 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 28: What You Need To Know: Maryland Intestacy Reform and the Domestic Partnership RegistryEp. 28 Highlights
Topic: What You Need To Know: Maryland Intestacy Reform and the Domestic Partnership Registry
You will learn about major changes in Maryland's intestacy laws as of October 1, 2023 including:
✔️Transformative changes in Maryland's treatment of surviving domestic partners in intestate estates.
✔️Changes in the heirs next in line to inherit in scenarios with no surviving spouse, descendants, parents, grandparents, etc.
✔️Significant changes in the surviving spouse's share of an intestate estate,
✔️ The reason that estate planning is of the utmost importance right now.
2024-01-2417 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 27: Empowering Love and Legacies: 4 Reasons Couples Should Avoid Joint WillsEp. 27 Highlights
Topic: Empowering Love and Legacies: 4 Reasons Couples Should Avoid Joint Wills
You will:
Understand the potential drawbacks of joint wills, despite their initial appeal as a streamlined and seemingly cost-effective solution.
Appreciate how joint wills can compromise autonomy and lead to dissatisfaction by neglecting each partner's unique aspirations.
Appreciate how separate wills offer flexibility to cater to the unique needs of each partner's biological or adopted children.
Understand the limitations of joint wills in addressing the specifics of business succession planning.
and more.
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2024-01-1026 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 26: Marcella Mollon-Williams, BFA™ | Lasting Legacies: How To Create A Thriving Multi-Generational Family CultureEp. 26 Highlights
Topic: Lasting Legacies: How To Create A Thriving Multi-Generational Family Culture
Special Guest: Marcella Mollon-Williams, Behavioral Financial Advisor™
We discuss:
Common challenges elders face in communicating financial matters to younger generations,
Guiding new 6 and 7-figure earners in overcoming preconceptions about money and fear of isolation,
Defining core values in family wealth and legacy,
Replacing money demons with guardian beliefs and practical steps for transformation,
Building a family bank for overall financial health and legacy,
and more.
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We’d app...
2023-12-2849 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 25: 2 Must Do's As You Move Forward Into The New Year(AUDIO EPISODE)
Ep. 25 Highlights
Topic: 2 Must Do's As You Move Forward Into The New Year
We discuss:
*Reflecting on the journey of 2023,
*Importance of reviewing beneficiaries and fiduciaries,
*Revisiting appointed agents in your power of attorney,
*Assessing the capability and proximity of personal representatives,
*and more...
Link to
Episode 12: 7 Mistakes to Avoid when choosing beneficiaries (https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/dvLSbsqOtFb)
Episode 24: Breaking Generational Chains (https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/nlsitkqOtFb)
Episode 4: C...
2023-12-1312 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 24: Are You Going To Break Your Family's Generational Chains Or Are You Adding Another Link To Them?(AUDIO EPISODE)
Ep. 24 Highlights
Topic: Are You Going To Break Generational Chains In Your Family Or Are You Adding Another Link To Them?
We'll discuss two family scenarios:
How the Washington family questions their traditional reliance on church collections for funeral expenses and move toward a more intentional, purposeful family narrative, and
How the Johnson family proactively addressed uncertainties about estate planning, enlisted the help of professionals and laid the groundwork for family unity and financial security.
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2023-11-2914 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 23: Identifying & Avoiding Conflicts of Interest When The Personal Representative Is A Beneficiary(AUDIO EPISODE)
Ep. 23 Highlights
Topic: Identifying & Avoiding Conflicts of Interest When The Personal Representative Is A Beneficiary
We'll discuss:
- Whether a personal representative can be a beneficiary
- The 8 duties of a personal representative, and
- 3 scenarios illustrating how conflicts of interest can arise.
(Perhaps you or someone you know has been in these situations. So tune in and tell a friend.)
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2023-11-1516 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 22: REPLAY | Dr. Carl V. Hill Interview | Alzheimer's AssociationEpisode 22: (REPLAY) This episode is a requested replay. The original broadcast aired on Feb. 22, 2023. Enjoy!
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
In this episode, we are honored to chat with Dr. Carl V. Hill, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer for the Alzheimer's Association:
We discussed:
•What the warning signs of Alzheimer's disease and dementia are,
•What caregivers can do to advocate for parents with signs of cognitive decline,
•How the Alzheimer's Association's outreach efforts include partnerships with faith-based groups, sororities and fraternities,
•Whether disparity in the treatment of Alzheimer's runs along...
2023-11-0146 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 21: Dr. Venessa Perry | Navigating Corporate Waters: Resilience, Inclusivity, and Empowering Black WomenEp. 21 Highlights
In this episode, we are speaking with Psychologist and DEI strategist Venessa Perry, PhD, MPH, and CEO of Health Resources Solutions, LLC.
Topic: Navigating Corporate Waters: Resilience, Inclusivity, and Empowering Black Women
We'll discuss:
Creating a safe space for Black Women in corporate America,
Addressing imposter syndrome and identity-switching challenges,
Techniques for dealing with burnout and lack of work boundaries,
Dealing with microaggressions and successful outcomes from addressing them,
Steps for managing the impact of historical trauma in workplaces,
In...
2023-10-1857 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 20: Tina Marie Marshall | Realtor® | Broker - Navigating The Sale Of A Loved One's Home During ProbateEp. 20 Highlights
In this episode, we are chatting with
Tina Marie Marshall, Realtor® | Broker | Owner
MD | Prime Realty Co.
Topic:
Navigating The Sale Of A Loved One’s Home During Probate
We'll discuss:
Why is open and honest communication with the Personal Representative is crucial during the sale of a decedent's home
The emotional challenges that Personal Representatives can face during the sale of probate property
The three types of open houses and their advantages
Full Service vs. Limited Service Agents
Advice for sellers regarding making minor improvements to maximize the...
2023-10-041h 06
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 19: Protecting Your Legacy: The Benefits Of Making Specific Bequests In Your WillEpisode 19: Highlights
In this episode, our topic is:
"Protecting Your Legacy: The Benefits of Making Specific Bequests In Your Will"
Today, I'll discuss benefits of doing so such as:
✔️Clarity and precision in your giving
✔️Substantial cost savings to your estate
✔️Passing down of values and traditions
✔️Reducing family discord and misunderstandings
✔️Adding efficiency to the probate process, and more.
I also address the reasons that people still fail to take advantage of this estate plann...
2023-09-2014 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 18: Protecting A Decedent's Home And Personal Property: Tips For Personal RepresentativesEpisode 18: Highlights
In this episode, our topic is:
"Protecting A Decedent's Home and
Personal Property: Tips for Personal Representatives"
Without question, being a personal
representative is a role that requires a delicate balance between legal
responsibilities and emotional sensitivity:
Today, I'll share:
✔️Specific
suggestions to protect the home from loss or damage
✔️Inventory and
Professional Appraisals
✔️Respecting
Sentimental Value of Items
✔️Acknowledging
emotional distress of beneficiaries
✔️Preparing for the
emotional toll beneficiaries' behavior can have on the personal representative in carrying out dutie...
2023-09-0615 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 17: Navigating Estate Planning When Your Partner Is ReluctantEpisode 17: Highlights
In this episode, we tackle the thorny issues in
"Navigating Estate Planning When Your Partner Is Reluctant"
I'll share my suggestions which include:
✔️Focusing on shared goals,
✔️Fostering open communication,
✔️Addressing underlying issues,
✔️Seeking professional advice,
✔️Exposing your spouse to educational content about estate planning, but
✔️When all else fails, just get it done!!
Seriously, this last one should not be a surprise. This podcast is about empowering women through estate planning. Tune in and te...
2023-08-2316 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 16: A Conversation with Debbie Harris, Co-Founder of Maynestreet Weight LossEp. 16: Highlights
In this episode, we have a lively conversation with Debbie Harris, Co-Founder of Maynestreet Weight Loss. Debbie's a
Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Certified Hypnotist.
Are you struggling to lose weight, in menopause or perimenopause, have trouble sleeping? You'll want to tune in.
We will discuss:
✔️Why women have a complicated relationship with food.
✔️The intersection of food and self-worth.
✔️How trauma can affect the way we eat.
✔️Hormones...enough said. (Just kidding, we will talk more about this.)
✔️Tips that you can adopt today to s...
2023-08-0940 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 15: What If No One Wants To Serve As Your Personal Representative?Ep. 15: Highlights
In this episode, we will address the topic: What If No One Wants To Serve As Your Personal Representative?
We will discuss:
✔️Duties of a Personal Representative
✔️Ideal Characteristics of a Personal Representative
✔️Why Someone Might Refuse To Serve As Your Personal Representative
✔️Options If No One Wants To Serve As Your Personal Representative
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2023-07-2616 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 14: Problems Resulting From Jointly Held Assets With Your ChildrenEp. 14: Highlights
In this episode, we will cover Problems Resulting From Jointly Held Assets With Your Children
As with all estate planning, everyone's situation is different. Children can play valuable roles in one's estate plan. The issues discussed and the examples used in this episode are real. We'd rather heighten your awareness to things that can go wrong through joint ownership of assets with your children. Our hope is to make you more informed and empowered.
Issues discussed are:
...
2023-07-1216 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 13: 4 Estate Planning Horror Stories And How To Avoid ThemEp. 13: HighlightsIn today's episode, we will cover four (4) Estate Planning Horror Stories And How To Avoid Them
Scenarios discussed will touch on these pain points:*Unmarried couples with children and one partner dies*Waiting until you are seriously ill to create an estate plan*Second marriages, blended families and no estate plan to reflect the changes*and moreSadly, the four scenarios we'll describe are based on real-life situations. You don't want to miss this episode. Real talk about real issues.
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2023-06-2822 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 12: 7 Mistakes To Avoid When Choosing BeneficiariesEp. 12 Highlights:
In today's episode, we will cover seven (7) Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Beneficiaries:
1) Failing to update beneficiaries
2) Naming minors as beneficiaries
3) Not considering contingencies
4) Overlooking tax implications
5) Ignoring the impact of debts
6) Failing to Communicate
7) Not seeking professional advice
We will also discuss real-life scenarios to provide context and clarity to this topic. You don't want to miss it!
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2023-06-1427 min
Organizing Life's Daily DemandsElsa W. Smith - Organizing Life's Daily Demands with Peter GordonIn this episode of "Organizing Life's Daily Demands" Peter Gordon interviews Elsa W. Smith. Elsa is the Founder & Owner of the Law Offices of Elsa W. Smith, LLC - an estate planning firm with a mission to empower women through estate planning.
Connect with Elsa
Website - https://www.elsawsmithlaw.com/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elsawsmithlaw/
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@elsawsmithlaw
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ElsaWSmithLaw
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/elsawsmithlaw
Pe...
2023-06-0428 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 11: Robert Carter | Valuation Insights: A Conversation with a Business Valuation ExpertEp. 11 Highlights
In this episode, we are chatting with Robert Carter MS, CPA/CFF, CVA, CFE, CEPA
Director, Vallit Advisors.
Topic: Valuation Insights: A Conversation with a Business Valuation Expert
We'll discuss:
The benefits of obtaining a valuation for one's business
How business valuations are relevant during probate proceedings
Why valuations are crucial during divorce
How a business can utilize an expert to uncover fraud (and a few examples)
How a business valuation can assist you in attracting investors
And more...
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2023-05-3144 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 10: Unveiling Gender Bias In Estate Planning: Why Fewer Women Have Estate Plans Compared To MenEp. 10 Highlights
Have you ever asked your female friends if they have an estate plan?
Do they even have a will?
Are you a woman without an estate plan? If you are, have you ever asked yourself why that is?
Have you stopped to think that there could be societal and generational factors at play?
In this episode, we are dealing with the topic,
Unveiling Gender Bias In Estate Planning:
Why Fewer Women Have Estate Plans Compared To Men
We'll...
2023-05-1716 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 9: Black Women & High-Risk Pregnancies: How to Go From Reactive to Proactive | Interview with Birth Injury Attorney Renee BostonEp. 9 Highlights
In this episode, we are chatting with Birth Injury Attorney and Founding Partner of Boston Law Group, LLC, Renee Boston.
Topic: "Black Women & High-Risk Pregnancies: How to Go From Reactive to Proactive"
We'll discuss:
Why the area of medical malpractice resonates so deeply with Renee,
The socioeconomic challenges of pregnancy for Black women,
Difficult conversations women need to have before becoming pregnant,
Discussing your medical history with your partner
Birthing options and the risk associated with each,
Questions you should ask before hiring a doula or midwife,
Geriatric pregnancy,
What...
2023-05-0353 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 8: Maryland Probate 101: Back to the Basics and Frequently Asked QuestionsEp. 8 Highlights
What's the difference between an heir and a legatee?What are administration expenses?What do I need to open an estate in Maryland?
We'll answer these questions and more in this episode.
(Reminder: This episode applies to the State of Maryland only.)
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2023-04-1919 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 7: Birthday Reflections | 7 Lessons Learned As An Estate Planning Attorney And EntrepreneurEp. 7 Highlights
This is a special podcast episode during which I will share personal birthday reflections and lessons learned over the last year as an estate planning attorney and entrepreneur.
Why should you listen?
You'll get to get to know your podcast host a little better.
You may be inspired to examine your own life each year...just as you would with your estate plan.
You'll take action to change the things you can change today...before another year goes by.
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2023-04-0523 min
Mel's MusicCelebrating Disney World’s 50th Anniversary ! (Tribute to Vitamin Sea by Owl City)Celebrating Disney World’s 50th Anniversary ! (Tribute to Vitamin Sea by Owl City) Original by: Adam Young *dedicated to the dream team: Paul Dautenhahn, Lauren, Spencer, Miles, & Oliver Porter, Robert, Daniel, & Samuel Martinek, Karen Kennedy, Adam Smith, Svetlana Kurdoglo, & Sharon & Mike Tonarelli Lyrics: For you you, you you you, you you: Happy Birthday, World of Disney Celebrating 50 Years of fun Taking monorails to the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland Please taste, drink, and see Blueberry Boba Tea While watching EPCOT’s fireworks Lighting up each c...
2023-03-3105 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 6: Peter Gordon | His Journey From Wall Street To Becoming An Expert Helping Others Organize Life's Daily DemandsEp. 6 SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
In this episode, we are chatting with Peter Gordon, Founder of New York Financial Organizers, Inc. (NYFO) / Organizing Life's Daily Demands
We discussed:
•His fearless journey of beginning again while caring for aging parents,
•Examples of fraud and abuse against the elderly and how NYFO helped turn things around,
•"Scareware" and how anyone can be a victim,
•How NYFO's services go beyond typical bookkeeping,
•The various professionals that may need a financial organizer for their clients,
•How financial organizers also assist high...
2023-03-2255 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 5: Maureen Zappala | Imposter Syndrome: Dealing With The Fear Of Not Measuring Up To Your Own ResumeEp. 5 SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
In this episode, we are chatting with Maureen Zappala, Impostor Syndrome Expert, Keynote Speaker and Former NASA Engineer.
We discussed:
•How she coped with impostor syndrome while working at NASA,
•How to identify and manage impostor syndrome,
•Her efforts to encourage more women into STEM careers,
•How addressing impostor syndrome can leash your team’s productivity, explode their confidence, transform your organization’s culture,
•and more!
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2023-03-0853 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 4: Dr. Carl V. Hill | Understanding Cognitive Decline, Alzheimer's Disease And Health Disparities In Communities Of ColorEp. 4: SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
In this episode, we are honored to chat with Dr. Carl V. Hill, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer for the Alzheimer's Association:
We discussed:
•What the warning signs of Alzheimer's disease and dementia are,
•What caregivers can do to advocate for parents with signs of cognitive decline,
•How the Alzheimer's Association's outreach efforts include partnerships with faith-based groups, sororities and fraternities,
•Whether disparity in the treatment of Alzheimer's runs along racial/ethnic lines,
•The importance of minority representation in clinical trials,
• The fact...
2023-02-2246 min
Thrive with Elsa#12 Thin privilege..fat loss obsessed..and other random thoughts with Maria MooreIn this episode with the lovely Maria Moore we cover:
How has the year gone for us so far
New Year expectations
‘reality’: being flexible and having acceptance
Don’t leave your taxes till last minute
Your circle matters
CLOSE YOUR LOOPS
The role our identity plays (self criticism, behaviours, habits)
The Sam Smith controversy
Things should not be reserved for thin people
If you're going to read a fat loss book, read Ben Carpenters’
We’re all just pretty obsessed with weight loss aren’t we
What am I reading
I am scared of time…
Making decisions and the anxiety...
2023-02-1433 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 3: Martha Underwood | How She Built A Cutting-Edge Digital Vault Company That Is Changing Generational NarrativesEp. 3: SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
In this episode, we chat with Martha Underwood, Founder and CEO of PRISMM - a company that provides a digital vault for your most important documents. We discussed:
•Challenges she faced as a Black woman navigating a predominantly white tech space,
•How her technology background distinguishes Martha from competitors in the digital vault space,
•What PRISMM is and the need it addresses,
•How she funded her dream,
•The high-profile celebrity who recently joined forces with PRISMM,
•and more!
2023-02-0851 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 2: Michelle Gordon | How She's Walking In Her Purpose and Leading Women To Financial EmpowermentSHOW HIGHLIGHTS
In this episode, we chat with Michelle Gordon CETF®, Founder and CEO of Investably, LLC. Investably, LLC is one of the few minority-women-owned registered investment advisory boutique firms in the country. We discussed:
Why she launched Investably, LLC,
What a fiduciary is,
Her experience as an Afro-Latina in a white-dominated financial services industry,
and more!
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2023-01-251h 00
Inspiring BusinessElsa Smith - Inspiring Business with Mark BullockIn this episode of Inspiring Business, Mark Bullock interviews Elsa Smith, the founder and managing member of the Law Offices of Elsa W. Smith. Elsa empowers women through estate planning.
Listen to and subscribe to Elsa's podcast, Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/01fGMA9t2FyTICHlgkf8G8?go=1&sp_cid=98507d7c20e1388c1bf2f7277d683ed4&utm_source=embed_player_p&utm_medium=desktop&nd=1
Visit Elsa's firm's website: https://www.elsawsmithlaw.com
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2023-01-2438 min
Top Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, History & CultureLife on Delay: USA Today Book Club by John HendricksonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/583519 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Life on Delay: USA Today Book Club Author: John Hendrickson Narrator: George Newbern Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 20 minutes Release date: January 17, 2023 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: History & Culture Publisher's Summary: A NEW YORKER BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR • USA TODAY BOOK CLUB PICK • ONE OF AUDIBLE'S BEST BIOS AND MEMOIRS OF 2023 • “A raw, intimate look at [Hendrickson's] life with a stutter. It’s a profoundly moving book that will reshape the way you think about people living with this condition.”—Esquire • A can...
2023-01-1710 min
Wills, Women & Wealth Podcast with Attorney Elsa W. Smith | Empowering Women Through Estate PlanningEpisode 1: Podcast Launch- Shawanda T. Robinson | The Journey From NASA To Building Generational Wealth Through Real EstateSHOW HIGHLIGHTS
In this first episode, we have a discussion with Shawanda T. Robinson, REALTOR® with Village Premier Collection Maryland, about a path that led her from a career at NASA to launching into real estate, and:
mistakes she made as an entrepreneur
how the pandemic was a catalyst to increasing efficiencies in her business
how a growth mindset was the key to her continued success
how she assists people looking who are searching for a first home an investment property
mistakes people make regarding property in probate
how we need to normalize working with a te...
2023-01-1154 min
2022-11-0725 min
Top Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, History & CultureZarifa: A Woman's Battle in a Man's World by Hannah Lucinda Smith, Zarifa GhafariPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/575999 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Zarifa: A Woman's Battle in a Man's World Author: Hannah Lucinda Smith, Zarifa Ghafari Narrator: Ariana Delawari Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 53 minutes Release date: October 11, 2022 Genres: History & Culture Publisher's Summary: A moving and inspiring memoir by Afghanistan's youngest female mayor and campaigner for human rights. I am one of the lucky ones. I got out of Afghanistan alive when the Taliban retook the country. Millions of others did not - they are now living under one of the world's most repressive regimes, with any progress that was...
2022-10-1103 min
Sex på riktigt - med Marika Smith116. Hur "avgiftar" jag mig från empatilösa dominanta?Hur signalerar man till en presumtiv sexpartner, särskilt en dominant sådan, att man vill ha, behöver och förutsätter ordentligt med djup, sexig och sårbar kommunikation innan man sätter igår med sexeriet IRL? Och varför är det inte alltid redan självklart att ha det, om man ska ge sig på ganska avancerade lekar tillsammans?I dagens samtal är det jag och Elsa som tillsammans utforskar undergivenhet ur ännu ett perspektiv - det läskiga i att vara vuxen nog att be om att få vara liten och barnslig i sex, men ta an...
2022-09-1252 min
Shirley Smith Bridge The GapGap in Land/ Real Estate Ownership: A Conversation With Dr Madeleine Fairburn & Elsa CalderonGap in Land & Real Estate Ownership. Particularly, the loss of land by African Americans (from 218,000 Black Farmland Owners to just 18,000 Black Farmland Owners in the USA). Dr Madeleine Fairburn & Elsa Calderon Share Some of Their Research Journey
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2022-01-281h 01
Red Wine SisterhoodFrozen 2: The Story of SvenWe are BACK for more Frozen 2 and more Sven. Literally, have you guys ever looked at Sven? He's the cutest animated character to ever live. Come with us just around the river-bend as we gush about Elsa's wardrobe, mispronounce important words, and go into the unknown.
2022-01-1244 minRed Wine SisterhoodReindeers and Sisters are Better Than PeopleVibe check: Frozen. Welcome 2022 with celebrating a movie from 2013! Join Rachel and Sarah as they talk through all the important plot points of this magical film. Topics include Olaf's comedy, Daenerys Targathean, buns, Sven's puppy life, and Elsa's winter lewk. It's a fun one so let it go for the first time in forever!
2022-01-0641 min
rEvolutionary WomanElsa W. Smith – Founder and Principal of the Law Offices of Elsa W. Smith, LLCToday, Tes talks with Elsa W. Smith. Elsa is the founder and principal of the Law Offices of Elsa W. Smith, LLC. Elsa focuses her practice on wills and estate planning. She counsels individuals, families and business owners in the creation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney and advance directives. She has over 20 years' experience as an attorney. She is a native Spanish speaker of Afro-Cuban descent. Elsa holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami. Elsa is licensed in Maryland and the District of Columbia.
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2021-11-181h 51
Lighter Side of Dark with Soleo & SmithLSD 4.5 We drone on about stupid hurricane elsa, Tommy James and the best driving songs of all timeElsa almost cancelled the podcast, what a weak ass storm, we talk a little religion. Tommy James holds a few musical records we did not know about and the best driving songs was a fun mount rushmore
2021-07-081h 33
Music TalksEpisode 49 - Mike Lloyd - Welsh SambaIn listening back to this episode with my guest Mike Lloyd I was reminded of John Miles 1976 hit “Music”. It’s not a track I particularly like musically but I have always loved the sentiment in the lyrics: “Music was my first love, and it will be my last, music of the future, music of the past”. It’s very clear that those lyrics apply to Mike, and in this episode, he takes us on his journey since the 70’s to seek out fun, interesting, innovative and challenging music, that at times has also been a guide and a mo...
2021-07-081h 10
This Time Is DifferentTech Money Podcast: Building Generational Wealth Through Proper Estate Planning with Elsa W. SmithDid you know that 70% of families lose their wealth by the second generation, and 90% lose wealth by the third? There are actionable steps you could be taking to avoid this from happening. In this episode, Malcolm Ethridge sits down with Elsa W. Smith, founder of the Law Offices of Elsa W. Smith, as … Continue reading 13. Building Generational Wealth Through Proper Estate Planning with Elsa W. Smith →
2021-06-2342 min
The Tech Money Podcast13. Building Generational Wealth Through Proper Estate Planning with Elsa W. SmithDid you know that 70% of families lose their wealth by the second generation, and 90% lose wealth by the third? There are actionable steps you could be taking to avoid this from happening. In this episode, Malcolm Ethridge sits down with Elsa W. Smith, founder of the Law Offices of Elsa W. Smith, as … Continue reading 13. Building Generational Wealth Through Proper Estate Planning with Elsa W. Smith →
2021-06-2341 min
In This MomentEpisode 8- Post Election: Christians Now What? (Ft. Elsa Barron)In this conversation we talk about what a Biden administration means for christians, The harms of claiming a policy as a “Christian policy”, and If young christians who voted non-republican are doing so for advocacy of shifting views or out of a rebellion reaction against Trumpism.
2020-11-2747 min
Dear Nikky: Hidden DesiresMagic Wand, Messy First Date, High School Reunion, Fucking Elsa, Playing Plumber, Foot FetishA story about making a man a pair of panties for a day. A woman plugs her holes with a messy end to her date. Friends meet up for a reunion with an unexpected surprise for one man. A woman dresses up as Elsa and gets fucked hard. A man helps his neighbor with his sink. A man goes to his Goddess for some foot play. If you have any erotic fantasies you want to share or even if it is to say hello please feel free to send them to Nikky@dearnikky.comor anonymously DearNikky.com/confessions You can...
2020-10-2833 min
Bossy BitchHow to maintain high end customer service as a global company with Jose Bryce SmithOne of the things that really gets under my skin is when ‘big companies’ lose sight of how valuable their customers are. In episode 4, aside from being so pumped to chat to Jose cos she’s awesome and has the best stories, I quiz her on how she’s able to connect and ‘give a sh!t’ about her clients as a global company. Jose shares some amazing insight on what it takes to create a successful product sold in 15 countries around the world and all her EPIC fu@k ups along the way. Jose Bryce...
2020-09-2739 min
Theatre EatersTry havin' faith in me, fellas!Out there, full of reviews and flying Elsa’s, close your eyes and just listen to the episode, it’s a slick episode. So everyone, grab some food, get your favorite beverage and come with us and be a Theatre Eater.
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2020-05-0350 min
Wealthy Woman Lawyer Podcast, Helping you create a profitable, sustainable law firm you loveElsa Waite Smith | Transition—and Transformation—from Litigator to Transactional LawyerIn today’s episode, we chat with Elsa Waite Smith, founder and CEO of Law Offices of Elsa W. Smith about her journey from solo to CEO of a thriving estate and business planning law firm in Annapolis, Maryland.Elsa shares her passion for empowering other women to take control of their businesses, assets and legacy planning.She also speaks with us about her inspiration for becoming an attorney, her transition from a successful career as a litigator to transactional attorney, and why she’s excited about 2020, as well as...Empowering herself and...
2020-02-1949 min
What The Scot?Spooktacular HalloweenMr. Toad and Princess Elsa invite a beach tourist on this weeks Halloween episode! We talk millennials vs gen Zers, school pranks, & bowling pins. Boo!
2019-11-0133 min