#9 How to Have “The Talk” with Aging Relatives: Essential Money Conversations with Cameron Huddleston

12/03/2024 44 min
#9 How to Have “The Talk” with Aging Relatives: Essential Money Conversations with Cameron Huddleston

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Episode Synopsis

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Live Greater View, where we dive into essential conversations that matter. In today's episode, we have a fantastic guest, Cameron Huddleston, author of "Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk." Get ready for an eye-opening discussion on navigating critical money talks with your aging parents.In this episode, we explore Cameron's journey and the inspiration behind her book, sharing personal experiences managing her mom's finances during Alzheimer's. Discover the essential money conversations you need to have with your family, and gain valuable insights from an expert in personal finance journalism.Key Points:Cameron's background and the motivation behind writing "Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk."The importance of early financial conversations with aging parents.Overcoming reluctance: Strategies for starting the money talk.Detailed insights on estate planning, wills, power of attorney, and health care proxies.Practical advice on approaching sensitive subjects like scams and end-of-life decisions.Strategies for engaging siblings and maintaining family harmony during these discussions.This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate complex family conversations with grace and practicality. Gain valuable tips, expert advice, and real-life stories that empower you to initiate these crucial discussions with your loved ones.Tune in and be prepared for a thoughtful, informative, and impactful episode that could change the way your family approaches essential money conversations. Don't miss out!