Klenk Law Estate Planning Podcast Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:29:18 -0400 https://klenklaw.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Klenk Law Estate Planning Podcast yes 72a0bb3f-0034-5b2e-bd2a-39e7760f92f7 Klenk Law episodic false Klenk Law Estate Planning Podcast seeks to provide clarity regarding the many gray areas surrounding estate planning issues. We hope to spark a desire for you to take action and plan ahead.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Klenk Law https://storage.buzzsprout.com/187bba7guwdni1fkc3wi0pp7dkiv?.jpg Klenk Law Estate Planning Podcast https://klenklaw.buzzsprout.com What to Do When the POA Misbehaves What to Do When the POA Misbehaves A financial power of attorney gives someone significant authority, but that authority comes with responsibilities. Peter explains what can happen when an agent abuses that power, what concerned family members or interested parties can do, and how the courts can step in when necessary. 


]]> A financial power of attorney gives someone significant authority, but that authority comes with responsibilities. Peter explains what can happen when an agent abuses that power, what concerned family members or interested parties can do, and how the courts can step in when necessary. 


]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-19930556 Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400 452 full false The Crooked Trustee The Crooked Trustee Trustees are required to manage trust assets for the benefit of the beneficiaries, but what happens when a trustee fails to do that? Peter discusses the options available to beneficiaries who suspect theft, excessive compensation, improper investments, or other misconduct, including when trust litigation may become necessary. 

]]> Trustees are required to manage trust assets for the benefit of the beneficiaries, but what happens when a trustee fails to do that? Peter discusses the options available to beneficiaries who suspect theft, excessive compensation, improper investments, or other misconduct, including when trust litigation may become necessary. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-19802556 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 -0400 648 full false Planning for Your Little One: Estate Planning for September Births Planning for Your Little One: Estate Planning for September Births A new baby brings plenty of new responsibilities, including some important estate planning decisions. Peter explains how parents can prepare by selecting guardians, establishing a trust, addressing temporary guardianship, and putting medical and financial powers of attorney in place to protect both themselves and their child. 


]]> A new baby brings plenty of new responsibilities, including some important estate planning decisions. Peter explains how parents can prepare by selecting guardians, establishing a trust, addressing temporary guardianship, and putting medical and financial powers of attorney in place to protect both themselves and their child. 


]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-19772046 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400 610 full false Estate Taxes Explained (Without Putting You to Sleep) Estate Taxes Explained (Without Putting You to Sleep) Estate and inheritance taxes can be confusing, but they do not affect everyone in the same way. Peter breaks down the basics of federal estate taxes, gift taxes, and state inheritance taxes, including how the rules can differ between Pennsylvania and New Jersey. 


]]> Estate and inheritance taxes can be confusing, but they do not affect everyone in the same way. Peter breaks down the basics of federal estate taxes, gift taxes, and state inheritance taxes, including how the rules can differ between Pennsylvania and New Jersey. 


]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-19719784 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0400 694 full false Should You Tell Your Family What’s in Your Estate Plan? Should You Tell Your Family What’s in Your Estate Plan? Creating an estate plan is only part of the process. Peter discusses when it makes sense to share your plans with family members, which documents should always be accessible, and how better communication can help reduce confusion, delays, and family disputes. 



]]> Creating an estate plan is only part of the process. Peter discusses when it makes sense to share your plans with family members, which documents should always be accessible, and how better communication can help reduce confusion, delays, and family disputes. 



]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-19637004 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:00:00 -0400 555 full false Living Wills vs. Advance Directives: What Families Get Wrong Living Wills vs. Advance Directives: What Families Get Wrong Peter Klenk explains the importance of living wills and advance directives, including how they communicate your medical wishes when you can no longer speak for yourself. He also discusses why these documents should work together with a medical power of attorney and why sharing them with the right people is essential.

]]> Peter Klenk explains the importance of living wills and advance directives, including how they communicate your medical wishes when you can no longer speak for yourself. He also discusses why these documents should work together with a medical power of attorney and why sharing them with the right people is essential.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-19636990 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400 611 full false Outdated Estate Plans: When “Good Enough” Becomes a Disaster Outdated Estate Plans: When “Good Enough” Becomes a Disaster Peter Klenk explains why even well-drafted estate plans can become outdated as life changes, laws shift, and family circumstances evolve. He highlights the importance of regularly reviewing wills, trusts, and beneficiary designations to ensure your plan still protects your wishes and avoids unintended consequences.

]]> Peter Klenk explains why even well-drafted estate plans can become outdated as life changes, laws shift, and family circumstances evolve. He highlights the importance of regularly reviewing wills, trusts, and beneficiary designations to ensure your plan still protects your wishes and avoids unintended consequences.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-19280719 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400 550 full false Who Makes Medical Decisions If You Didn’t Put It in Writing? Who Makes Medical Decisions If You Didn’t Put It in Writing? Who will make medical decisions for you if you're unable to speak for yourself? In this episode, Peter Klenk explains how medical powers of attorney and living wills work, who state law may appoint if you don't have a plan, and why putting your wishes in writing can spare your loved ones conflict, confusion, and costly court proceedings.

]]> Who will make medical decisions for you if you're unable to speak for yourself? In this episode, Peter Klenk explains how medical powers of attorney and living wills work, who state law may appoint if you don't have a plan, and why putting your wishes in writing can spare your loved ones conflict, confusion, and costly court proceedings.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-19280682 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 656 full false What Happens If You Get Dementia Without an Estate Plan? What Happens If You Get Dementia Without an Estate Plan? Estate planning attorney Peter Klenk explains the legal and financial challenges families face when a loved one becomes incapacitated without key documents such as a medical power of attorney, durable financial power of attorney, or revocable trust. Whether you're planning for yourself or helping aging parents prepare for the future, this episode highlights the critical steps everyone should take before a crisis occurs.

]]> Estate planning attorney Peter Klenk explains the legal and financial challenges families face when a loved one becomes incapacitated without key documents such as a medical power of attorney, durable financial power of attorney, or revocable trust. Whether you're planning for yourself or helping aging parents prepare for the future, this episode highlights the critical steps everyone should take before a crisis occurs.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-19280517 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 831 full false After the Crisis: How COVID Changed Estate Planning Forever After the Crisis: How COVID Changed Estate Planning Forever In this episode, Peter Klenk explains how COVID-19 reshaped estate planning, making remote services, streamlined processes, and better organization the new standard. He also highlights why more people are turning to revocable trusts to simplify probate and make things easier, faster, and more affordable for their families.

]]> In this episode, Peter Klenk explains how COVID-19 reshaped estate planning, making remote services, streamlined processes, and better organization the new standard. He also highlights why more people are turning to revocable trusts to simplify probate and make things easier, faster, and more affordable for their families.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18959224 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 457 2 22 full false Wills, Trusts, and Everything in Between Wills, Trusts, and Everything in Between Klenk Law guides clients through estate planning with clarity and confidence, ensuring your assets, family, and wishes are fully protected. From wills and trusts to powers of attorney and IRA planning, we simplify complex decisions so you can plan for today (and tomorrow) with peace of mind.

]]> Klenk Law guides clients through estate planning with clarity and confidence, ensuring your assets, family, and wishes are fully protected. From wills and trusts to powers of attorney and IRA planning, we simplify complex decisions so you can plan for today (and tomorrow) with peace of mind.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18869587 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400 617 2 21 full false What I Wish My Mom Had Done In Her Estate Plan What I Wish My Mom Had Done In Her Estate Plan This talk covers the biggest estate planning mistakes families regret after a parent passes away, and how a little upfront planning can save time, money, and family conflict. It focuses on protecting inheritances, organizing assets, and choosing the right people to be in charge so the process stays simple, boring, and drama-free.

]]> This talk covers the biggest estate planning mistakes families regret after a parent passes away, and how a little upfront planning can save time, money, and family conflict. It focuses on protecting inheritances, organizing assets, and choosing the right people to be in charge so the process stays simple, boring, and drama-free.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18776123 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500 472 2 20 full false The Executor Files: Secrets of Bad Executors Exposed The Executor Files: Secrets of Bad Executors Exposed Klenk Law helps beneficiaries navigate probate issues and hold executors accountable when estates stall, information is withheld, or assets are mishandled. With decades of experience, we step in early to protect your interests, keep the process moving, and prevent small problems from turning into expensive disputes. 

]]> Klenk Law helps beneficiaries navigate probate issues and hold executors accountable when estates stall, information is withheld, or assets are mishandled. With decades of experience, we step in early to protect your interests, keep the process moving, and prevent small problems from turning into expensive disputes. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18638095 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0500 701 2 19 full false The Future of Inheritance: Managing Cryptocurrency in Your Estate Plan The Future of Inheritance: Managing Cryptocurrency in Your Estate Plan Plan ahead to ensure your cryptocurrency doesn’t disappear after you’re gone. With thoughtful estate planning, your digital assets can be protected, accessible, and passed on just like the rest of your legacy.

]]> Plan ahead to ensure your cryptocurrency doesn’t disappear after you’re gone. With thoughtful estate planning, your digital assets can be protected, accessible, and passed on just like the rest of your legacy.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18573728 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0500 486 2 18 full false Semper Fi, Semper Prepared: Estate Planning Considerations for Veterans Semper Fi, Semper Prepared: Estate Planning Considerations for Veterans Veterans face unique estate planning challenges, from frequent relocations to navigating military benefits, and clear communication can make all the difference. In this episode, Peter Klenk shares practical guidance on how service members and veterans can protect their wishes, their families, and their legacy.

]]> Veterans face unique estate planning challenges, from frequent relocations to navigating military benefits, and clear communication can make all the difference. In this episode, Peter Klenk shares practical guidance on how service members and veterans can protect their wishes, their families, and their legacy.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18480526 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500 516 2 17 full false Behind the Trustee: Who’s In Charge of Your Legacy? Behind the Trustee: Who’s In Charge of Your Legacy? Learn who really controls your legacy and why choosing the right trustee can make or break your estate plan. In this episode, Peter Klenk explains how trustees work, what responsibilities they carry, and how to select someone who will protect your wishes and your beneficiaries for the long term.

]]> Learn who really controls your legacy and why choosing the right trustee can make or break your estate plan. In this episode, Peter Klenk explains how trustees work, what responsibilities they carry, and how to select someone who will protect your wishes and your beneficiaries for the long term.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18416882 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 707 2 16 full false Who Should be the Trustee of the Family Trust? Who Should be the Trustee of the Family Trust? Protect your family’s future with a trust that provides security, flexibility, and peace of mind. At Klenk Law, we guide you through every step, ensuring the right trustees are in place to safeguard your assets for generations. 

]]> Protect your family’s future with a trust that provides security, flexibility, and peace of mind. At Klenk Law, we guide you through every step, ensuring the right trustees are in place to safeguard your assets for generations. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18287041 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0500 580 2 15 full false Pros and Cons: Understanding the Family Trust Pros and Cons: Understanding the Family Trust Learn the pros and cons of setting up a family trust with attorney Peter Klenk of Klenk Law. In this episode, he breaks down how a family trust can protect your loved ones, simplify your estate, and give you lasting peace of mind.

]]> Learn the pros and cons of setting up a family trust with attorney Peter Klenk of Klenk Law. In this episode, he breaks down how a family trust can protect your loved ones, simplify your estate, and give you lasting peace of mind.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18152493 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0500 484 2 14 full false Why Your Parents Should Have a Family Trust Why Your Parents Should Have a Family Trust Understand why adult children should encourage their parents to set up a family trust, including how a trust can simplify estate management, avoid probate, and protect inheritances for future generations.

]]> Understand why adult children should encourage their parents to set up a family trust, including how a trust can simplify estate management, avoid probate, and protect inheritances for future generations.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-18089778 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400 494 2 13 full false What is a Family Trust? What is a Family Trust? Estate planning shouldn’t be a one-and-done process. In this episode, Peter Klenk shares how to keep your plan adaptable as your family, finances, and goals evolve, so your wishes always stay in sync with your life.

]]> Estate planning shouldn’t be a one-and-done process. In this episode, Peter Klenk shares how to keep your plan adaptable as your family, finances, and goals evolve, so your wishes always stay in sync with your life.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17971542 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400 496 2 12 full false The Estate Planning Wake-Up Call: Why Today’s News Headlines May Change Your Plan The Estate Planning Wake-Up Call: Why Today’s News Headlines May Change Your Plan Peter Klenk of Klenk Law discusses estate planning, trusts, and asset protection, helping families prepare for life’s inevitable changes. His advice focuses on practical strategies to safeguard assets, plan for the future, and ensure peace of mind.

]]> Peter Klenk of Klenk Law discusses estate planning, trusts, and asset protection, helping families prepare for life’s inevitable changes. His advice focuses on practical strategies to safeguard assets, plan for the future, and ensure peace of mind.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17911101 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0400 560 2 11 full false You Can’t Take It With You… But You Can Plan for It: My Top Three Tips You Can’t Take It With You… But You Can Plan for It: My Top Three Tips Listen as we break down three essential estate planning tips: getting organized, being realistic about your heirs, and planning for family dynamics. Estate planning attorney Peter Klenk shares practical ways to make things easier, cheaper, and less stressful for your loved ones when the time comes.

]]> Listen as we break down three essential estate planning tips: getting organized, being realistic about your heirs, and planning for family dynamics. Estate planning attorney Peter Klenk shares practical ways to make things easier, cheaper, and less stressful for your loved ones when the time comes.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17807946 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400 574 2 10 full false Pandemics, Politics, and Protecting Your Legacy Pandemics, Politics, and Protecting Your Legacy Learn how to protect your legacy and keep your hard-earned assets safe from creditors, lawsuits, and unexpected life events. In this episode, Estate Planning Attorney Peter Klenk explains how simple, cost-effective trusts can give your heirs flexibility, security, and peace of mind in uncertain times.

]]> Learn how to protect your legacy and keep your hard-earned assets safe from creditors, lawsuits, and unexpected life events. In this episode, Estate Planning Attorney Peter Klenk explains how simple, cost-effective trusts can give your heirs flexibility, security, and peace of mind in uncertain times.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17755163 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400 460 2 9 full false What I Told John…. So You Don’t Make the Same Mistake What I Told John…. So You Don’t Make the Same Mistake Estate planning attorney Peter Klenk shares real-life client stories and practical advice to help you avoid common mistakes when setting up trusts. In this episode, he explains why overly strict restrictions can backfire—and why trusting your trustee is key.


















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]]> Estate planning attorney Peter Klenk shares real-life client stories and practical advice to help you avoid common mistakes when setting up trusts. In this episode, he explains why overly strict restrictions can backfire—and why trusting your trustee is key.


















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]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17619064 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0400 620 2 8 full false Estate Planning for Blended Families Estate Planning for Blended Families Blended families face unique estate planning challenges that, if left unaddressed, can lead to conflict and unintended outcomes. This episode explores practical legal tools like wills, trusts, and contracts to ensure your loved ones are protected and your wishes are honored.

]]> Blended families face unique estate planning challenges that, if left unaddressed, can lead to conflict and unintended outcomes. This episode explores practical legal tools like wills, trusts, and contracts to ensure your loved ones are protected and your wishes are honored.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17563748 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400 511 2 7 full false Pets in the Will: Ensuring Fido's Future Pets in the Will: Ensuring Fido's Future In this episode, attorney Peter Klink of Klink Law tackles a topic that’s close to many hearts—how to make sure your beloved pet is protected after you're gone. While estate planning often focuses on finances and property, Peter reminds us that our furry, feathered, or scaled companions deserve just as much consideration.

]]> In this episode, attorney Peter Klink of Klink Law tackles a topic that’s close to many hearts—how to make sure your beloved pet is protected after you're gone. While estate planning often focuses on finances and property, Peter reminds us that our furry, feathered, or scaled companions deserve just as much consideration.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17490745 Fri, 11 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400 386 2 6 full false Planning for Aging in Pennsylvania Planning for Aging in Pennsylvania Planning for the unexpected as you age doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful. Discover the essential legal tools that protect your wishes, your assets, and your loved ones—before you need them.


















]]> Planning for the unexpected as you age doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful. Discover the essential legal tools that protect your wishes, your assets, and your loved ones—before you need them.


















]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17439956 Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 750 2 5 full false Crooked Trustees and Family Feuds: The Dark Side of Estates Crooked Trustees and Family Feuds: The Dark Side of Estates Explore the risks of choosing the wrong trustee and how poor planning can lead to family feuds, mismanagement, or even legal battles. Estate Planning Attorney Peter Klenk shares how thoughtful trust design and regular updates can help prevent conflict and protect beneficiaries. 

]]> Explore the risks of choosing the wrong trustee and how poor planning can lead to family feuds, mismanagement, or even legal battles. Estate Planning Attorney Peter Klenk shares how thoughtful trust design and regular updates can help prevent conflict and protect beneficiaries. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17321155 Wed, 11 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400 546 2 4 full false Probate or Pro-bait? Navigating the Minefield of Probate Matters Probate or Pro-bait? Navigating the Minefield of Probate Matters Learn the fundamentals of probate, estate planning, and how assets are passed on after death. Whether you're planning for your own future or helping a loved one, this episode offers practical insights into making informed decisions about your estate.

]]> Learn the fundamentals of probate, estate planning, and how assets are passed on after death. Whether you're planning for your own future or helping a loved one, this episode offers practical insights into making informed decisions about your estate.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17242490 Wed, 28 May 2025 15:00:00 -0400 503 2 3 full false Litigation in the Living Room: Tackling Estate Wars Litigation in the Living Room: Tackling Estate Wars It happens. We see it all the time. Family disputes arise over estates, but you can prevent them. Learn how honest conversations and thoughtful planning can help avoid costly and painful legal battles.

]]> It happens. We see it all the time. Family disputes arise over estates, but you can prevent them. Learn how honest conversations and thoughtful planning can help avoid costly and painful legal battles.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17130641 Fri, 09 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400 441 2 2 full false Trust Issues: Navigating Revocable Trusts and Their Pitfalls Trust Issues: Navigating Revocable Trusts and Their Pitfalls In this episode, Peter Klenk tackles the topic of revocable trusts—also known as living trusts—and why they’ve become such a popular estate planning tool. He breaks down what a revocable trust is, what it does (and doesn’t do), and dispels common myths, especially around taxes and creditor protection. 



]]> In this episode, Peter Klenk tackles the topic of revocable trusts—also known as living trusts—and why they’ve become such a popular estate planning tool. He breaks down what a revocable trust is, what it does (and doesn’t do), and dispels common myths, especially around taxes and creditor protection. 



]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-17059261 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 719 2 1 full false Wills Gone Wild: How to Contest Your Loved One's Final Wishes Wills Gone Wild: How to Contest Your Loved One's Final Wishes In this episode, Peter Klenk dives into the world of wills—what they are, how they work, and common misconceptions. Learn how different states handle probate, why some systems are more frustrating than others, and what that means for your loved ones. 














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]]> In this episode, Peter Klenk dives into the world of wills—what they are, how they work, and common misconceptions. Learn how different states handle probate, why some systems are more frustrating than others, and what that means for your loved ones. 














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]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-16961789 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400 767 1 24 full false Zombie Estates: Avoiding the Pitfalls of DIY Estate Planning Zombie Estates: Avoiding the Pitfalls of DIY Estate Planning Learn about the dangers of do-it-yourself estate planning, and hear first-hand stories about how easily mistakes can lead to prolonged, costly legal battles and damaged family relationships. Understand what you need to do to prevent "zombie estates" that languish for years.

]]> Learn about the dangers of do-it-yourself estate planning, and hear first-hand stories about how easily mistakes can lead to prolonged, costly legal battles and damaged family relationships. Understand what you need to do to prevent "zombie estates" that languish for years.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-16740198 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500 665 1 23 full false Controversial Clauses What to Include and Exclude in Your Will Controversial Clauses What to Include and Exclude in Your Will A will should be carefully crafted to avoid disputes, ensuring clarity in asset distribution, exclusion of certain individuals, and proper communication of wishes like funeral arrangements and pet care. 

]]> A will should be carefully crafted to avoid disputes, ensuring clarity in asset distribution, exclusion of certain individuals, and proper communication of wishes like funeral arrangements and pet care. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-16624083 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500 553 1 22 full false Dealing with Crooked Executors and Trustees Dealing with Crooked Executors and Trustees Strategies like naming protectors and checks and balances to prevent issues like negligence, conflict, or theft in estate administration can help avoid costly court disputes and safeguard beneficiaries. 














]]> Strategies like naming protectors and checks and balances to prevent issues like negligence, conflict, or theft in estate administration can help avoid costly court disputes and safeguard beneficiaries. 














]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-16497813 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0500 657 1 21 full false Estate Planning and a New Baby: What You Need to Know Estate Planning and a New Baby: What You Need to Know Get the intel on estate planning for new parents, including information on key documents like temporary guardianships and trusts to protect children’s future. Examine the need for careful planning to ensure that assets are safeguarded and accessible for your child's well-being, especially in unexpected situations.












]]> Get the intel on estate planning for new parents, including information on key documents like temporary guardianships and trusts to protect children’s future. Examine the need for careful planning to ensure that assets are safeguarded and accessible for your child's well-being, especially in unexpected situations.












]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-16066604 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0500 617 full false Does an executor have to show accounting to beneficiaries? Does an executor have to show accounting to beneficiaries? In this episode, Peter Klenk explores the obligations of executors and trustees to provide accounting information to beneficiaries of estates and trusts. Learn about beneficiaries' rights to access this information and practical steps to take if they encounter difficulties in obtaining it.












]]> In this episode, Peter Klenk explores the obligations of executors and trustees to provide accounting information to beneficiaries of estates and trusts. Learn about beneficiaries' rights to access this information and practical steps to take if they encounter difficulties in obtaining it.












]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-15924173 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400 397 1 19 full false Why 30-Somethings Need a Will (and Other Things, Too) Why 30-Somethings Need a Will (and Other Things, Too) Klenk Law Buzzsprout-15649630 Thu, 05 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0400 822 full false Dealing with a Harassing Beneficiary: Guidance for Executors and Trustees Dealing with a Harassing Beneficiary: Guidance for Executors and Trustees Learn how executors and trustees can manage the challenges posed by beneficiaries, including addressing harassment and setting realistic expectations. 

]]> Learn how executors and trustees can manage the challenges posed by beneficiaries, including addressing harassment and setting realistic expectations. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-15538962 Tue, 06 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400 595 1 17 full false Episode 16: Examples of Executor Misconduct Episode 16: Examples of Executor Misconduct In this episode, host Peter Klenk discusses executor misconduct, details common mistakes executors make and offers advice on how beneficiaries can address these issues. 

]]> In this episode, host Peter Klenk discusses executor misconduct, details common mistakes executors make and offers advice on how beneficiaries can address these issues. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-15400229 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:00:00 -0400 679 1 16 full false Episode 15: Can The Executor of a Will Access Bank Statements? Episode 15: Can The Executor of a Will Access Bank Statements? Understand the broad powers granted to executors, allowing them to obtain various financial records necessary to gather assets, pay bills, and execute the estate plan. 

]]> Understand the broad powers granted to executors, allowing them to obtain various financial records necessary to gather assets, pay bills, and execute the estate plan. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-15239570 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 288 1 15 full false Episode 14: How to Fund Your Revocable Living Trust Episode 14: How to Fund Your Revocable Living Trust Learn the importance of properly funding a revocable living trust, including the need to transfer assets like real estate, LLCs, bank accounts, and life insurance into the trust to avoid probate. 

]]> Learn the importance of properly funding a revocable living trust, including the need to transfer assets like real estate, LLCs, bank accounts, and life insurance into the trust to avoid probate. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-15027668 Tue, 07 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400 443 1 14 full false Episode 13: What to Do if The Executor is Ignoring You Episode 13: What to Do if The Executor is Ignoring You Join us as we discuss the challenges faced when executors fail to provide necessary information to beneficiaries. Get step-by-step guidance to address such situations, including hiring an attorney or seeking intervention from a judge to ensure the rightful distribution of assets.

]]> Join us as we discuss the challenges faced when executors fail to provide necessary information to beneficiaries. Get step-by-step guidance to address such situations, including hiring an attorney or seeking intervention from a judge to ensure the rightful distribution of assets.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-14873426 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 467 executor, judge, beneficiary, person, estate, job, house, revocable trust, petition, money, assets, attorney, trustee, file tax returns 1 13 full false Episode 12: Avoiding the Government with a Revocable Trust Episode 12: Avoiding the Government with a Revocable Trust Peter Klenk, estate planning lawyer,  uncovers the complexities of financial planning and the role of revocable trusts in preserving wealth and autonomy. This isn't just about avoiding taxes; it's about empowering yourself to control your financial destiny. 

]]> Peter Klenk, estate planning lawyer,  uncovers the complexities of financial planning and the role of revocable trusts in preserving wealth and autonomy. This isn't just about avoiding taxes; it's about empowering yourself to control your financial destiny. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-13786121 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400 904 revocable trusts, trustee, probate, trust, creditors, beneficiary, estate planning, revocable trust 1 12 full false Episode 11: How to Fund a Revocable Trust Episode 11: How to Fund a Revocable Trust Estate Planning Lawyer,  Pete Klenk delves into the often overlooked but crucial aspect of estate planning - funding a revocable trust. In this episode, he breaks down the importance of funding your revocable trust, exploring the common misconceptions and pitfalls associated with this essential step.

]]> Estate Planning Lawyer,  Pete Klenk delves into the often overlooked but crucial aspect of estate planning - funding a revocable trust. In this episode, he breaks down the importance of funding your revocable trust, exploring the common misconceptions and pitfalls associated with this essential step.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-13785731 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400 793 revocable trust, deed, trust, beneficiary, probate, trustee, life insurance, revocable, bank accounts, successor trustee 1 11 full false Episode 10: Avoid These Common Trust Mistakes Episode 10: Avoid These Common Trust Mistakes Estate Planning Lawyer Peter Klenk shares the most common mistakes people make when forming trusts as part of their estate plan.  

]]> Estate Planning Lawyer Peter Klenk shares the most common mistakes people make when forming trusts as part of their estate plan.  

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-12785958 Thu, 04 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400 686 1 10 full false Episode 9: Trusts: What Are They Good For? Episode 9: Trusts: What Are They Good For? Trusts are powerful estate planning tools but what is their best use? Trusts and estate lawyer Peter Klenk outlines the many uses of a trust and discusses when they should and should not be part of your estate plan. Learn more: https://www.klenklaw.com/practices/revocable-living-trusts/

]]> Trusts are powerful estate planning tools but what is their best use? Trusts and estate lawyer Peter Klenk outlines the many uses of a trust and discusses when they should and should not be part of your estate plan. Learn more: https://www.klenklaw.com/practices/revocable-living-trusts/

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-12356662 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0500 632 full false Episode 8: Estate Planning and Second Marriages Episode 8: Estate Planning and Second Marriages Estate planning with second marriages and blended families raises all sorts of issues. Who will care for you if you're sick? Who speaks for you if you're sick in the hospital? Where will you be buried? Pennsylvania Estate Planning Attorney, Peter Klenk, outlines important considerations that every family should consider.

]]> Estate planning with second marriages and blended families raises all sorts of issues. Who will care for you if you're sick? Who speaks for you if you're sick in the hospital? Where will you be buried? Pennsylvania Estate Planning Attorney, Peter Klenk, outlines important considerations that every family should consider.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-12356546 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0500 620 1 8 full false Episode 7: What Happens to My Kids If I Drop Dead Tomorrow? Episode 7: What Happens to My Kids If I Drop Dead Tomorrow? Do you know what will happen to your children if you should die unexpectedly? Find out what the law says about guardianship and minor children. 

]]> Do you know what will happen to your children if you should die unexpectedly? Find out what the law says about guardianship and minor children. 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-11647921 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0500 469 1 7 full false Episode 6: How to Pick an Executor Episode 6: How to Pick an Executor How do you pick the “right” Executor to carry out your wishes and secure your home and assets after you die? 

]]> How do you pick the “right” Executor to carry out your wishes and secure your home and assets after you die? 

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-11250473 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0400 795 1 6 full false Episode 5: About Third-Party Special Needs Trusts Episode 5: About Third-Party Special Needs Trusts Third-party special needs trusts are set up for someone else like your grandchild, children or even a friend. A special needs trust follows specific government rules to qualify. Learn how government benefits can impact special needs trusts, and what you can do to ensure you're loved one remains qualified.

]]> Third-party special needs trusts are set up for someone else like your grandchild, children or even a friend. A special needs trust follows specific government rules to qualify. Learn how government benefits can impact special needs trusts, and what you can do to ensure you're loved one remains qualified.

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-10980695 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:00:00 -0400 667 1 5 full false Episode 4: Keeping Your Money Away From Your Shifty Son-in-Law Episode 4: Keeping Your Money Away From Your Shifty Son-in-Law Trust and Estates Attorney Peter Klenk, shares insider tips on how to set up your money and estate plan so that your hard-earned wealth is still left to your family, even if there is someone you don't 100% trust close by (like a son or daughter-in-law).

]]> Trust and Estates Attorney Peter Klenk, shares insider tips on how to set up your money and estate plan so that your hard-earned wealth is still left to your family, even if there is someone you don't 100% trust close by (like a son or daughter-in-law).

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-10823011 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0400 756 1 4 full false Episode 3: What You Have to Do to Avoid Probate Episode 3: What You Have to Do to Avoid Probate In Pennsylvania and New Jersey, probate fees are low. You need to be sure that you are not avoiding probate but causing your assets liability to creditors. 


]]> In Pennsylvania and New Jersey, probate fees are low. You need to be sure that you are not avoiding probate but causing your assets liability to creditors. 


]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-10478600 Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 639 1 3 full false Episode 2: About Power of Attorney for Healthcare and Living Wills Episode 2: About Power of Attorney for Healthcare and Living Wills A Living Will is a legal document that clearly and explicitly states your wishes in regards to medical treatments and decisions. A Power of Attorney grants authority to someone you trust to act on your behalf. Are you using these critical estate planning documents?

]]> A Living Will is a legal document that clearly and explicitly states your wishes in regards to medical treatments and decisions. A Power of Attorney grants authority to someone you trust to act on your behalf. Are you using these critical estate planning documents?

]]> Klenk Law Buzzsprout-10478551 Thu, 21 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0400 625 1 2 full false Episode 1: Living Trusts a Cure-All? No Way. Episode 1: Living Trusts a Cure-All? No Way. The main purpose of a living trust is to oversee the transfer of your assets after your death. We break down the history of trusts and debunk some of the myths that have people believing this estate planning document is the one-size-fits all solution.

]]> The main purpose of a living trust is to oversee the transfer of your assets after your death. We break down the history of trusts and debunk some of the myths that have people believing this estate planning document is the one-size-fits all solution.

]]> PaperStreet - KlenkLaw Buzzsprout-10124247 Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0500 751 1 1 full false