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First, I hope this post finds you and your loved ones safe and well. With the terrible state of affairs in the Ukraine, it’s personally been a reminder of how blessed I am to do what I love with people I truly care about and to have the freedom to do so! War is unpredictable. […]
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Can you believe it’s almost October already? It feels like we were just planning summer vacations, and now we’re watching leaves change and pulling out our sweaters. It’s also Open Enrollment season! It’s the perfect reminder that preparation isn’t just about choosing the right health plan—it’s about taking a step back and honestly assessing what […]
EPISODE OVERVIEW: When grieving, families often find themselves drowning in legal documents, forgotten passwords, and overwhelming decisions. Betty interviews Kylee Bandy, CEO of After Loss Advisors, who transformed her experience in working with clients and loss into a mission to help families navigate estate management during their most vulnerable time. Kylee shares the hidden realities […]
EPISODE OVERVIEW: Estate attorney Amy Danneil reveals the costly mistakes that can tear families apart and drain hard-earned wealth. In this conversation with Betty Wang, Danneil shares crucial strategies to protect your legacy and loved ones. Learn how to take control of your estate now, before it’s too late – from avoiding probate battles to […]
Hello Smart Ideas Readers! Welcome to September: The Actual Season of New Beginnings As I write this, I’m sitting in what used to be the organized chaos of our family home, still processing the profound quiet that settled in after dropping my son off at UC Boulder last week. The drive home was when it really hit […]
EPISODE OVERVIEW: I had an incredible conversation with Kim Burnett, who made a remarkable career pivot from event planning to becoming a death doula and founding Good Death Matters. Kim’s mission? Helping people achieve what she calls a “good death” – breaking through cultural taboos to have honest conversations about one of life’s most inevitable […]
EPISODE OVERVIEW: Financial expert Audrey Morrison reveals critical strategies for protecting your retirement when divorcing after 50. From splitting complex assets to navigating Social Security benefits, this episode unpacks how to avoid costly mistakes during this major life transition. Betty Wang and Morrison examine real-world cases where professional guidance saved divorcees from financial devastation, making […]
