Epling Law Office

11/02/2026

As we kick off November, I want to remind you of the words on the cover of my book: Plan today. Protect tomorrow. Provide peace of mind for the people you love.

That's really what all of this is about. It's not paperwork. It's love put into action. It's making things a little easier for your spouse, your kids, or your parents on what could be one of the hardest days of their lives.

Planning doesn't have to be intimidating. Start small. Have the conversation. Check one beneficiary form. Read one chapter. Every step counts.

Thank you to everyone who has read, shared, and cheered on this book last month. It means more than you know.

Here's my last question: what's ONE planning step you'll take before the end of the year? Tell me below, and let's hold each other accountable. 🙌

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Have questions? Reach out to us at www.epling.law for a free consultation.

Things Change When People Die: A Practical Guide to Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and the Decisions That Matter Most

10/30/2026

One reason I wrote this book: I want you to walk into ANY lawyer's office feeling confident.

Estate planning shouldn't be something that just happens to you. When you understand your options, you can ask better questions, make more deliberate decisions, and build a plan that truly reflects what you want.

Here are a few questions worth thinking about:
🔹 Who should act for me if I can't?
🔹 What should happen to my home and savings?
🔹 Do I need a will, a trust, or both?
🔹 Is a simple plan enough for my family?
🔹 How can I reduce the chance of family conflict?

You don't need all the answers today. Just starting to think about them puts you ahead of most people.

Which of these questions is the hardest one for you to answer? Tell me in the comments. 💬

👉 Get your copy of Things Change When People Die:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HL2WXT19

Have questions? Reach out to us at www.epling.law for a free consultation.

10/23/2026

"Probate" sounds scary. Let's take some of the mystery out of it. ☕
Probate is the court-supervised process of settling someone's estate: paying debts, sorting out property, and getting things to the right people. It isn't always a nightmare. But without planning, it can be slower, more expensive, and more stressful than it needs to be.

I've helped families through hundreds of estates and trusts. The difference between a family that had a plan and one that didn't is huge. With a plan, there's clarity. Without one, there's guessing, and guessing can lead to conflict.

My book explains probate in plain English, including when it can be avoided, when it can't, and how to make it easier on the people you love.

What's one question you've always had about probate but never asked? Drop it below and I might answer it in a future post. 👇

👉 Find Things Change When People Die on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HL2WXT19

Have questions? Reach out to us at www.epling.law for a free consultation.

10/20/2026

Here's something that surprises a lot of people: your will might not control everything.

Life insurance, 401(k)s, IRAs, and many bank accounts pass by beneficiary designation. That means whatever name is on that form often wins, even if your will says something different.

I've seen it happen. An ex-spouse still listed on a policy. A parent who passed years ago still named on a retirement account. A new baby who isn't listed anywhere.

These are simple fixes, but only if you catch them in time.

I cover this in my book because it's one of the easiest ways to avoid family conflict and heartache. Your mini homework this week: log in and check your beneficiaries. It takes ten minutes. ✅

Be honest: when was the last time you looked at your beneficiary forms? Last month? Last decade? Never? 😅

👉 Check out Things Change When People Die on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HL2WXT19

Have questions? Reach out to us at www.epling.law for a free consultation.

10/17/2026

Quick question: if you were in a car accident and couldn't speak for yourself, who would make your medical decisions? Who would pay your bills?

If you hesitated, you're not alone. Most people think about what happens after they die. But one of the most important parts of planning is what happens if you're alive but can't act for yourself.

That's where powers of attorney and health care directives come in. In my book, I walk through one of the biggest questions in any plan: who should act for you? It's not always your spouse or your oldest child. It should be someone trustworthy, organized, and able to handle pressure.

Picking the right person is one of the kindest gifts you can give your family. It saves them from scrambling and second-guessing during an already hard time.

So tell me: who's the most level-headed person you know in a crisis? 💪

👉 Learn more in Things Change When People Die:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HL2WXT19

Have questions? Reach out to us at www.epling.law for a free consultation.

Things Change When People Die: A Practical Guide to Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and the Decisions That Matter Most

10/14/2026

Let's bust a myth: "Estate planning is for rich, older people."

Nope. If you have a kid, a house, a retirement account, a pet, or someone who depends on you, you need a plan. Honestly, young families often need one MORE, because the stakes are so high.

In my book, I say that estate planning is about more than documents. It's about the decisions that shape what happens to your family, your property, and your wishes when illness or death changes everything.

And here's the good news. Sometimes a simple plan is better than an elaborate one. You don't need a 200-page trust to protect your family. You need a plan that actually reflects what you want.

Parents, I'd love to hear from you: if something happened tomorrow, do you know who would raise your kids? Have you written it down? 👇

👉 Grab Things Change When People Die on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HL2WXT19

Have questions? Reach out to us at www.epling.law for a free consultation.

10/09/2026

It's Here!

It's official. My book, Things Change When People Die, is out. 📖

After thousands of wills and hundreds of estates and trusts, I kept seeing the same thing. Good people put off planning because it feels overwhelming, expensive, or just plain uncomfortable. Then life happens, and their families are left guessing.

So I wrote the book I wish every family had at the kitchen table. It's a plain-English guide to wills, trusts, powers of attorney, beneficiary designations, probate, and long-term care planning.

No legalese. No stack of forms. Just the real decisions that matter: who should act for you, what happens to what you've built, and how to keep your family out of avoidable conflict.
This month I'll be sharing some of my favorite lessons from the book. My hope is that you come away feeling less stressed and more in control.

Here's a question for you: what's the ONE thing that's kept you from making an estate plan so far? Tell me in the comments. I promise there's no wrong answer.

👉 Check out Things Change When People Die on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HL2WXT19

Have questions? Reach out to us at www.epling.law for a free consultation.

09/29/2026

The first day of fall is a good reminder: life changes.

Maybe you got married. Bought a home. Changed jobs. Had a child. Divorced. Lost someone you love. Moved. Built savings. Started a business.

When life changes, your estate plan may need to change too.

An old will, outdated beneficiary designation, or plan created before a major life event may not reflect what you want today. A review can help you spot gaps and make sure your documents still match your goals.

You do not need a perfect plan before you start. You just need to take the next right step.

Question: Has your life changed since you last reviewed your will or estate plan? If yes, what are you waiting for?

Make your fall reset count—visit epling.law and request a free estate-planning consultation.

09/28/2026

It’s official — Things Change When People Die is now available on Amazon.

I wrote this book to make estate planning easier to understand and, more importantly, easier to act on. It covers wills, trusts, powers of attorney, beneficiary designations, probate, long-term care, planning for incapacity, and many of the decisions families eventually have to face.

The goal isn’t to turn anyone into an estate-planning expert. It’s to help people understand their choices well enough to make them intentionally — before someone else is left trying to figure out what they would have wanted.

The book is available now in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover editions on Amazon.

If you know someone who has been putting off their estate planning, reviewing an old plan, or helping a parent get organized, I hope you’ll share it with them.

Things change when people die. A good plan can make what happens next a little easier.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HL2WXT19

09/25/2026

Estate planning can feel like one of those big, intimidating things you will deal with “eventually.”

But eventually has a way of turning into years.

The good news? Getting started does not mean you need every answer today. It starts with a conversation about your family, your goals, and the questions keeping you up at night.

At Epling Law, I work with clients to find the simplest path forward while keeping their values and priorities at the center. Whether you need help with a will, trust, power of attorney, or probate matter, you can begin with a free consultation—in person, by phone, or by video.

Your future self will be glad you started.

Question: What is one estate-planning question you have been putting off asking? Put it in the comments, send us a private message, or bring it to Epling Law.

Take the first step today. Visit epling.law or message Epling Law on Facebook or LinkedIn to schedule your free consultation.