Attorney Thomas Begley shares how a surviving spouse can later change the plan.

Even when a dying partner believes their children will be honored, that’s not always what happens. 

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Thomas Begley explains how to give children part of their inheritance early—without waiting.

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Attorney Thomas Begley suggests using "tenancy in common" instead of joint ownership.

This setup ensures each spouse's share passes through their estate—not to the survivor. 

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Thomas Begley warns that even with a solid will, a surviving spouse could gift assets away. 
 
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Attorney Thomas Begley tells of a disabled child who was supposed to inherit a condo and care.

Despite the father’s intent, his second wife challenged the will after he passed away. 

She claimed rights to half the assets—even though they were meant for the child. 

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Thomas Begley outlines how a marital trust can support a surviving spouse and still protect children. 

This strategy places all assets—like retirement funds or life insurance—into a trust after death.

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Attorney Thomas Begley talks about what he calls the “8th deadly sin”: rationalization.

He explains how people justify unfair choices after a spouse’s death—often at the stepchildren’s
expense.

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Attorney Thomas Begley explains a common estate planning error he calls "death roulette."

This happens when each spouse leaves assets to the other—but only if they die first.

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