Ask the Experts
32 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 8 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsAsk the Experts* is Live on 720 KDWN in Las Vegas every weekday morning from at 9:00-10:00 AM PST. Bryan A Lowe joins Brian Black every Monday for a discussion on various legal topics. *Ask the Experts is the title of the show on KDWN and is not meant to imply that Bryan A Lowe or his associate attorneys are advertising themselves as experts.
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Baby Boomer Planning
May 09, 2016 23:32 - 42.6 MBFor many baby boomers, their golden years are turning out to be very different from what they had imagined while planning earlier in their lives. The downturn of the economy and perhaps a large hit to their retirement, social security uncertainty, later retirement age, and many other issues have impacted the baby boomer generation. Bryan and Brian discuss what options are available to you at this stage of life. This is highly informative and valuable information from one of the highest rated ...
Prince's Estate
May 02, 2016 17:19 - 48.8 MBIt is now widely known that the musician and businessman Prince died without having done any estate planning, leaving an estate valued at an estimated $300 million to be dealt with in Probate. Bryan and Brian discuss the process of how this will all be sorted out, who are the beneficiaries, who will administer the estate and other very interesting aspects of this high profile case. You won't want to miss this one, and hopefully it will inspire you to not follow in Prince's footsteps and creat...
Senior Living
April 18, 2016 18:11 - 37.8 MBBryan and Brian discuss senior living options. Whether it be downsizing, selling and moving to a senior community or assisted living facility, or finding a place to care for any medical needs you may have, it is very important to know your options and the best way of planning for this transition. It is also important to consider the effect that these changes will have on the estate planning you have done. This was a great discussion on very important issues that are important for anyone ap...
Problems With Trusts, Part II
April 11, 2016 20:25 - 46.9 MBBryan and Brian continued their discussion of problems that may arise from faulty or underfunded trusts and what the fixes may be. As always, if you would like your trust reviewed to make sure it still suits your wishes and your family's needs, our attorneys will review it at no charge.
Problems With Trusts
April 04, 2016 16:00 - 44.4 MBBryan and Brian discuss trust amendments in this week's appearance on "Ask the Experts." Often people think that because they created an estate plan, that they can just put that away and not think about it again because that planning is done. While it should be good for a while and offer them the benefits they seek, if a trust is not funded properly, or a family's situation changes, or if you created the trust yourself and it was not drafted properly to meet your goals, then it is certainly s...
Corporations and LLCs as Planning Tools
March 14, 2016 16:00 - 39.2 MBBryan and Brian discuss the differences between Partnerships, LLCs, C-Corps and S-Corps, and how they can help you in your asset protection strategies.
The Value of Professional Legal Counsel
March 07, 2016 22:53 - 40.2 MBWe are well aware of the stereotype and reputation of lawyers in our society. Lawyer jokes are some of our favorites. Furthermore, in this information age, people have greater access to forms and opinions that lead them to believe that do-it-yourself estate planning is a better option than hiring an attorney. But there is a reason that attorneys still exist and people pay money to have them prepare these important documents. Bryan and Brian discuss why legal counsel is so crucial in estate pl...
Planning for Pets
February 29, 2016 23:52 - 47.3 MBMany Americans view their pets as full-fledged members of their family. However, the law defines pets as property. In estate planning, property cannot be left to property. Thus you cannot leave an inheritance to your pet in a will. Bryan and Brian talk about what planning you can do now so that your pet is taken care of in the way you wish for the remainder of their lives. If you own and love a pet, it is important to know this information along with what may happen if you fail to plan.
Probate from a Client's Perspective
February 22, 2016 22:43 - 32.7 MBWhen you lose a loved one, having to go through a laborious legal process for the estate of the decedent is not something most want to think about. Attorney Bryan Lowe takes you through the steps of the process so you can be better prepared to face this challenge if and when it arises.
Debt Collection & Credit Scores
February 08, 2016 22:38 - 43.7 MBBrian and Bob discuss some of the misconceptions about credit scores and debt. Also, they discuss what you need to know to exercise your rights against some of the predatory practices of many in the debt collection industry. If you are struggling with debt and have collections harassing you, this is an episode you need to hear.
Estate Planning for Business Owners
February 02, 2016 00:00 - 47.7 MBBryan and Brian discuss the unique considerations that need to be taken into account when a business owner does his or her estate planning. From business succession to tax liability and many other factors, this is a very informative and valuable podcast for all business owners when considering the future and their legacy.
Bankruptcy Revisited
January 25, 2016 20:06 - 48.8 MBBob and Brian discuss how bankruptcy can provide relief for those buried in insurmountable debt. He also discusses the bankruptcy process and what those who feel they could benefit from a Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy can expect.
Life Insurance
January 11, 2016 23:45 - 48.1 MBBryan and Brian discuss life insurance. Bryan, who owned an insurance company in Las Vegas in the 1970s and has been practicing law as an estate planning attorney for the last 34 years is uniquely qualified to explain life insurance and its uses in estate planning, asset protection, special needs planning, etc.
Changes in Guardianship
January 04, 2016 22:30 - 48.3 MBBryan and Brian discuss guardianship proceedings and what changes have been made in Clark County in the last year. Due to alleged improprieties with the guardianship commissioner and appointed guardians, that position has been removed and judges now handle all the cases. This has been a painstaking transition. It is important to know and understand under what circumstances guardianship is necessary and also what you can do to avoid having to face those circumstances in the future, if possible.
Charitable Trusts
December 21, 2015 21:57 - 41.1 MBBryan and Brian discuss charitable remainder trusts and irrevocable life insurance trusts. Both of these vehicles are ways to provide for yourself in your lifetime while also providing and inheritance for your loved ones and a sum of money for a cause that is important to you.
Asset Protection
December 14, 2015 21:54 - 40.3 MBBryan and Brian discuss how to most effectively protect your assets from potential creditors or law suits that may arise.
Special Needs Planning (Part 2)
December 07, 2015 21:51 - 46.3 MBBryan and Brian continue their discussion about special needs planning and how to most effectively provide for your loved one with special needs after you are gone.
Special Needs Planning (Part 1)
November 30, 2015 21:48 - 45.1 MBBryan and Brian talk about the basics of planning for loved ones who have special needs. Because of the law and the nature of the person's needs, this can be very important planning to ensure they receive the care they need without causing an estate problem.
Probate
November 23, 2015 21:40 - 41.5 MBNobody wants to think about a loved one passing away or the legal implications of that. However, this is a reality of life and knowing what the probate process entails is good knowledge to have for when you face this situation. Bryan and Brian discuss the process step-by-step so you can know what to do and expect.
Gifting
November 16, 2015 21:35 - 48.5 MBBryan and Brian discuss how gifting can help save you money on estate taxes. This planning can be very effective, but can also be quite involved. Thus it is highly advisable to seek legal counsel when using this strategy. Listen to this episode to see if it could be a good strategy for you and your estate.
Bankruptcy with Bob Winn
November 09, 2015 22:09 - 80.4 MBBob Winn and Brian Black discuss how bankruptcy laws attempt to provide protection for debtors, and also for creditors. They also discuss the differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Very informative.
Powers of Attorney Revisited
October 26, 2015 22:49 - 49 MBBrian and Bryan review powers of attorney, living wills, advance directives, etc. and explain their importance.
The Strange Case of Earl Field
October 19, 2015 22:33 - 80.5 MBBrian and Bryan discuss the probate case of Earl Field after a codicil to his will was found that changes all his previous wishes. There are many legal issues to consider in this case, and Bryan discusses what those issues are and what you can do to avoid similar potential problems.
Intestacy - What It Means and Why You Should Avoid It
October 13, 2015 03:21 - 47.1 MBBryan and Brian talk about the importance of estate planning and what it can mean if you fail to plan and your estate is subject to the courts. There were also several callers with specific estate planning questions that Bryan was able to answer.
Gun Trusts
October 05, 2015 23:23 - 44.2 MBBryan and Brian help define and clarify durable powers of attorney. This is a crucial part of any estate plan.
Durable Powers of Attorney
September 29, 2015 05:48 - 48.3 MBBryan and Brian start at the very basics and get in depth in discussing powers of attorney and problems that can be avoided and other benefits by having durable powers of attorney in place.
Terri Schiavo, 10 Years Later and Other Healthcare Directive Issues
September 21, 2015 23:42 - 36.4 MBIn 2005, the nation was tuned in every night to news of the legal battle between Terri Schiavo's husband and her family. Mrs. Schiavo had been kept alive by life sustaining machines, but doctors said she would never live any kind of normal life again. Her husband wanted to let her pass by disconnecting her from the machines, but her family did not. It led to a massive and very public legal battle which could have all been avoided with proper planning. Bryan and Brian discuss what that plann...
Medicaid and the ABLE Act
September 14, 2015 23:42 - 15.9 MBBryan and Brian discussed strategies to be able to receive the long-term care you need, while preserving a portion of your estate through Medicaid spend down. Of course, the best course of action to be able to preserve your entire estate is planning before the need for long-term care arises. They also discussed the ABLE Act that was recently passed by Congress to help save money for this kind of care, similar in some ways to a 529 plan.
Long-term Care and Guardianship
August 31, 2015 21:23 - 54.4 MBBryan and new host Brian Black discuss long-term care planning strategies and how to avoid guardianship.
Effective Strategies to Implement Now
August 24, 2015 21:13 - 49.6 MBBryan and John discuss what effective planning strategies exist for various phases of life. In whatever situation you find yourself, there is effective planning that you can do to ensure that your interests are protected no matter what the future may bring.
Common Estate Planning Mistakes
August 17, 2015 21:18 - 17.3 MBBryan and John discuss common mistakes that people make when planning their estate without the professional counsel of an attorney. Beware of joint tenancy!
Basics of Trusts
August 10, 2015 21:18 - 33.2 MBBryan Lowe and John Shaffer discuss the basics of trusts and their common uses in estate planning.