Don’t Let Fear of Death Keep You From Securing Your Family’s Future
January 16, 2025 – Barry D. Siegel, Esq.

Secure your Family’s Future with Estate Planning
When you ask people without an estate plan why they haven’t created one, their answers usually fall into one of three categories: 1) They’ll tell you they don’t know where to start, 2) They don’t have enough assets or an heir to make it worth their while, or 3) They don’t want to think about the idea of death. Nobody wants to think about what will happen after they pass away, but that fear won’t prevent death from knocking on our door when it’s our time.
Why Facing Your Mortality Now Is Crucial for Your Family’s Future
We’d love to provide you with a secret phrase or exercise to ease your mind and erase fear completely, but that’s not the reality of the situation. Fear of our own mortality is entirely natural, and nearly everyone experiences it at some point. You may worry about what comes next or what will happen to your loved ones after you pass. While we can’t ease any fears about the afterlife, we do know the best way to ensure your loved ones can maintain their lifestyles and carry on with life after you’re gone is through estate planning.
How Estate Planning Can Protect Your Legacy and Avoid Family Turmoil
By creating an estate plan, you can determine how your assets will be divided amongst your loved ones, which will help prevent probate from derailing the grieving process. This is your opportunity to ensure your legacy is carried out as you see fit. Without it, state intestacy laws will dictate who gets what, which can cause fights and turmoil within your family. The last thing you want is for your death to add to any family infighting.
We can help you become more comfortable with your own mortality through conversations. Although many people fear death, what they should really fear is passing away without any sort of plan in place. An estate plan won’t prevent death or even prolong it, but it will give you peace of mind and a better appreciation for life. If you have any questions about estate planning or need help, please call us!