Counseled by Christie

Counseled by Christie Providing peace of mind with personalized estate plans that protect what matters most. Simple, approachable, and stress-free planning. đź’Ľđź’–

05/20/2026

“What happens to the kids if we’re both gone at the same time?”

Not someday.
Not separately.
An accident. The unthinkable.

Who steps in immediately should never be left to assumption.

Parents - if you don't have written instructions for the "what ifs", let's chat. đź”— in bio!

Christie McDonnell, Esq.
McDonnell & Associates, P.A.
(803)828-0443

04/28/2026

“I’ll just add my kids to the deed.”
Sounds simple. It’s not.

The moment you do that, they own part of your home now - not later.

That means their financial issues, divorce, or liabilities can impact your house while you’re still living in it.

What feels like an easy probate workaround can create way bigger problems.

There are better ways to pass your home without giving up control.

Sound familiar? It's probably time to talk about it.

- Christie McDonnell
McDonnell & Associates
(803)828-0443

04/09/2026

"We’ll get to it later.” 🤨

That’s what everyone says.
Until later becomes someone else’s burden.

We’re not avoiding planning because we don’t care. We’re avoiding it because life feels nonstop.

Sound familiar? It's probably time to talk about it.

We are all about approachable, real life planning! đź”— in bio

Christie McDonnell
McDonnell & Associates, P.A.
(803)828-0443

We treat estate planning like it’s this huge, overwhelming thing…But it’s actually one of the simplest ways to make life...
04/03/2026

We treat estate planning like it’s this huge, overwhelming thing…

But it’s actually one of the simplest ways to make life easier for the people you love.

No chaos. No guessing. Just peace of mind.

Start simple. We’ll help with the rest.

If this sounds familiar, it might be time for us to chat.

— Christie McDonnell
McDonnell & Associates, P.A.
(803) 828-0443

Think back to yourself at 18.Now imagine being handed a large inheritance. đź’°Would you have made great financial decision...
03/25/2026

Think back to yourself at 18.
Now imagine being handed a large inheritance. đź’°

Would you have made great financial decisions back then? Most of us wouldn't have.

That’s why good planning focuses not just on who inherits - but when and how.

This isn't about not trusting your kids - it’s about setting them up for success.

If this scenario gives you some pause, it's probably time to talk about it.

đź”— in bio!

Christie McDonnell
McDonnell & Associates, P.A.
(803)828-0443

03/19/2026

A cheap estate plan can become an expensive mistake. 🧨

Online documents are designed for generic situations - not your real life, your assets, or the people you’re trying to protect. And when a plan doesn’t work the way you expected, families often pay the price later.

If you’ve been putting this off, you’re not alone.

When it comes to protecting your family, don’t leave it to the cheapest bidder.

If this sounds familiar… it’s probably time to talk about it.

Christie McDonnell
McDonnell & Associates, P.A.
(803) 828-0443

03/11/2026

Remarried with a blended family?
A basic will can leave big gaps and miss important details.

Thoughtful estate planning helps keep things fair, intentional - and families out of conflict.

Sound like your family? It's probably time for us to talk. đź”— in bio!

Christie McDonnell
McDonnell & Associates, P.A.
(803) 828-0443

Quick question for parents:If something happened tonight, who has legal authority to take custody of your kids?Not who y...
03/03/2026

Quick question for parents:

If something happened tonight, who has legal authority to take custody of your kids?

Not who you intend…
Who is legally documented?

If you’re not 100% sure, it’s time to talk.

Christie McDonnell
McDonnell & Associates, P.A.
(803)828-0443
www.CounseledbyChristie.com

02/27/2026

Plan calmly. Don't leave decisions for a crisis.

No one has ever said, “I’m so glad we waited.” Planning isn’t about death - it’s about protecting your family while you’re alive.

Sound familiar? Let's talk. đź”— in bio!

Christie McDonnell
McDonnell & Associates, P.A.
(803) 828-0443

02/20/2026

It’s uncomfortable. But it matters. What they built deserves protection.

We're here to help. đź’›

Christie McDonnell
McDonnell & Associates, P.A.
(808)828-0443

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