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The Good Steward Law and Wealth Podcast

Are you ready to secure your financial future and protect your legacy? Welcome to ‘The Good Steward Law and Wealth Podcast,’ where Attorney Ledly Jennings shares his extensive knowledge and experience in estate planning, elder law, probate, and business planning. This podcast is designed for high-net-worth individuals, family business owners, and anyone committed to effective wealth management and preservation.

In each episode, you’ll master the latest tools and strategies in estate planning to secure your assets and provide for your heirs. Understand the intricacies of wills, trusts, and power of attorney to make informed decisions about your legacy. Discover best practices for business succession planning, whether you’re passing the baton to the next generation or preparing for a sale, with expert discussions guiding you through the process.

Navigate the complexities of elder law with confidence, from long-term care planning to guardianship issues, gaining the knowledge to protect your elderly loved ones. Demystify the probate process and learn how to efficiently manage the settlement of estates with step-by-step guidance for a smooth and stress-free experience. Benefit from the wisdom of guest experts in law, finance, and business, with each episode featuring interviews with professionals who share their insights and real-world experiences.

Ledly Jennings brings a unique combination of qualifications and experience to the podcast. With a J.D. and an MBA, and valuable experience at Stephens, Inc., Arkansas’s largest investment bank, Ledly is uniquely positioned to address the challenges faced by high-net-worth clients and family businesses. His practical advice and innovative solutions are designed to help you manage and protect your wealth effectively

About the Host:

Attorney Ledly Jennings, founder of L. Jennings Law, specializes in protecting legacies and ensuring smooth transitions of personal and business assets. With offices in Arkansas, his firm offers expertise in estate planning, elder law, probate, and business planning. With a J.D. and MBA, plus valuable experience at Stephens, Inc., the state’s largest investment bank, Ledly serves high-net-worth clients and family businesses statewide.

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Welcome to ‘The Good Steward Law and Wealth Podcast,’ where Attorney Ledly Jennings shares his extensive knowledge and experience in estate planning, elder law, probate, and business planning. This podcast is designed for high-net-worth individuals, family business owners, and anyone committed to effective wealth management and preservation.

Ep. 1 – Introduction to the Good Steward Law & Wealth

In this inaugural episode, Ledly introduces what you can expect from the podcast and delves into the four core principles that form the foundation of his law firm.

Ep. 2 – Probate: Why is it bad?

We dive into why probate can be a significant burden. Ledly begins by defining probate and outlining when it occurs. He then delves into the four major problems associated with probate, supported by real-life examples illustrating how time-consuming and costly this process can be.

Ep. 3 – Revocable Trust Deep Dive

Ledly Jennings, founder of L. Jennings Law in Little Rock, Arkansas, focuses on Revocable Trusts, highlighting their primary benefits: avoiding probate and ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes.

Ep. 4 – Unraveling the Financial Advisor World, Retirement Planning, and How Estate Planning Meshes with Financial Planning

Host Ledly Jennings welcomes Ian Weiner of Bespoke Wealth Solutions to dive deep into the world of financial advisory, retirement planning, and the often-overlooked connection between estate and financial planning.

Ep. 5 – Unlocking Social Security: Timing Your Benefits for Maximum  Value

In this episode of the Good Steward Law and Wealth podcast, host Ledly Jennings sits down with Ian Weiner of Bespoke Wealth Solutions to explore the complexities of Social Security and the crucial decision of when to start taking it.

Ep. 6 – Unlocking the Power of Beneficiary Controlled Trusts: Protecting Assets and Passing on Values

Today, Ledly dives deep into the world of Beneficiary Controlled Trusts, also known as Beneficiary Deemed Owner Trusts or simply the B Dot.

Ep. 7 – Understanding The Power of Attorney: Protecting Your Finances

Ledly dives into the critical topic of Power of Attorney, explaining why it is essential for everyone over 18. He breaks down the two primary types of power attorney, healthcare and financial, and why having separate documents for each can be beneficial.

Ep. 8 – Elements of an Estate Plan

In today’s episode, Ledly breaks down the essential documents that form a comprehensive estate plan. From revocable trusts and durable powers of attorney to healthcare directives and real estate deeds, Ledly explains how each document serves a specific purpose while working together to achieve your estate planning goals.

Ep. 9 – Estate Planning for Real Estate

Welcome to another episode of the Good Steward Law and Wealth podcast, hosted by Ledly Jennings. Today, Ledly dives into the essentials of real estate planning, breaking down the four key types of real estate: your home, family farm, vacation home, and mineral interest.

Ep. 11 – Entrusted – A Model For Good Stewardship in Estate Planning

Today, Ledly is diving into “entrusted estate planning,” a proactive approach to passing down wealth with purpose and responsibility. He explores critical strategies for building a solid governance structure to empower the next generation, creating a family mission statement, and defining a family constitution and values.

 Ep. 12 – Long-Term Care Planning – All You Need to Know!

In this episode, Ledly explores essential strategies for long-term care planning, covering the complexities of Medicaid eligibility, the risks and rewards of gifting assets, and the benefits of irrevocable trusts.

Ep. 13 – Health is Wealth

Welcome to the Good Steward Law and Wealth podcast, hosted by Ledly Jennings. In this episode, Ledly is joined by Ben Barker—known as the “Neighborhood Alpha Dad” and a passionate fitness coach. Together, they explore the pillars of a fulfilling life: faith, family, fitness, finances, and freedom.

Ep. 14 – Bank Accounts and Your Estate Plan

Welcome to the Good Steward Law and Wealth Podcast, where we explore strategies to protect and manage your wealth with the utmost care and responsibility. In today’s episode, we’re diving into an essential topic—how to manage your bank accounts to ensure they’re handled smoothly during incapacity and after your passing.

Ep. 15 – Business Succession and Setup

Welcome to another episode of the Good Steward Law and Wealth Podcast, where we equip you with strategies to safeguard and grow your wealth with intention and care. Today, we’re tackling a critical subject for business owners: managing business succession and setup.