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Make Sure Your Life’s Work Meets Your Future Needs and Serves Your Family and Values as You Intended

Many people put off estate planning, believing it’s something they can handle “someday.” But without a plan, your family could face unexpected costs, delays, and even conflicts over what you’ve worked so hard to build. Failing to plan can lead to costly consequences for the people you care about most.

Some believe that creating a Will once and filing it away will be enough. But the truth is, life changes—and so should your plan. Without regular updates, outdated wishes and overlooked assets can leave your family exposed to legal battles and a draining probate process that erodes their inheritance and privacy.

Imagine your family struggling to guess your wishes and being forced to navigate complex legal processes during an already difficult time. Without the right protections, even simple family matters can spiral into costly issues. Estate planning is a powerful way to protect, guide, and support your loved ones, ensuring your legacy is preserved.

Along with securing your legacy, planning for long-term care needs is essential to avoid costs that can quickly deplete savings meant for your family. Including long-term care in your Estate Plan helps safeguard your loved ones from unexpected financial burdens.

Don’t leave your family’s future to chance. Take the first step today—request one of our free reports on estate planning essentials or schedule a private case evaluation to start a plan tailored to you.

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Protecting Your Legacy:

The Insider’s Guide to Choosing the Right Estate Planning Attorney™

Why Failing to Plan Could Mean Losing Everything You’ve Worked For…

Without an Estate Plan, the state—not you—will control who gets what, leaving your family to face costly delays, legal fees, and endless red tape.

Imagine your loved ones waiting months or years for access to funds they need, all while dealing with the strain of court battles. The lack of a plan could mean leaving them with confusion, conflict, and financial loss.

Don’t leave your family’s future to chance. Discover how a clear Estate Plan can protect them from unnecessary hardship.

How Ignoring Long-Term Care Could Drain Your Family’s Inheritance

What you don’t know about long-term care could put everything you’ve saved at risk.

Nursing home and home care costs can wipe out your assets faster than you think, leaving little for your loved ones.

Without a plan, families are often forced to spend down every dollar to qualify for Medicaid, erasing years of hard work.

Don’t let unexpected costs rob your family’s future. Discover how a well-planned strategy can protect your wealth and secure your legacy.

Why Families Trust Bascom Law to Protect Their Lifestyle, Their Loved Ones, and Their Legacy…

The right estate planning attorney can mean the difference between protecting what you’ve built or leaving your family with costly problems.

Without the right guidance, even minor mistakes can lead to major financial losses, family conflicts, and burdensome legal battles.

Discover how Bascom Law will tailor a plan that shields everything you’ve worked for, honors your wishes and gives you and your family peace of mind.

"By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail."

-Benjamin Franklin

Why Estate Planning Matters—Whether You Have $100,000 or $100 Million

Think estate planning is just for the ultra-wealthy? That assumption can cost you—and your family—dearly. Whether you’ve built a few hundred thousand or a few hundred million, the right Estate Plan is about protecting what you’ve worked hard for, sparing your loved ones from needless stress, and ensuring that every dollar you’ve saved goes exactly where you want it to go.

Without an Estate Plan, even modest assets can become a headache for your family. Probate costs, delays, and legal confusion can quickly eat away at what you intended for them. Imagine your savings, your home, or other assets getting tied up in red tape—leaving your family waiting, paying legal fees, and dealing with the court, all while trying to guess what you would have wanted.

If your estate is more substantial, the risks are even greater. Without clear guidance, significant portions of your wealth could be lost to taxes, drained by lawsuits, or locked in disputes among heirs. Business interests, investments, and hard-earned wealth can vanish if they aren’t properly protected, all because of the lack of a clear plan.

Estate planning gives you the power to avoid these nightmares and instead, build a legacy on your own terms. A sound Estate Plan doesn’t just protect assets—it gives your family security and peace of mind, whether you’re planning for a modest estate or managing millions. Take control now to ensure your life’s work supports the people and causes you care about most.

“A well-crafted Estate Plan is the greatest gift you can leave your family, providing clarity and peace of mind during difficult times.”

Don’t Let Dangerous Assumptions Unravel Your Legacy

“I’ll do it later.”

Putting off estate planning is a risk you can’t afford. Life is unpredictable, and without a plan, your family could face chaos and confusion when they need stability the most.

"A simple Will is enough."

Relying on just a Will is a dangerous gamble. A Will alone can leave your loved ones entangled in probate, facing delays, high legal fees, and a complete lack of privacy.

"I don’t have enough to worry about."

Even a modest estate can be drained by taxes, creditors, and disputes if left unprotected. Don’t leave your family fighting over the remnants of what you’ve worked to build.

"My family will know what to do."

Assuming your family will “figure it out” often leads to turmoil. Without clear instructions, even close families can fall into bitter disputes, leaving relationships and your legacy shattered.

"My assets will automatically go to my spouse or kids."

Without an Estate Plan, state laws—not you—decide who gets what. Your loved ones could be left with less than you intended or nothing at all. Don’t let the state of Georgia take control of what you’ve built.

"I don’t need to worry about long-term care."

Ignoring long-term care costs is a huge risk. Nursing homes and medical bills can quickly deplete your savings, leaving nothing for your family. Without a plan, they may face the burden of care costs or lose the inheritance you intended for them.

My Mission is Simple

I’m here to help families avoid the heartbreak and chaos that come from not planning ahead.

In my years as an estate planning attorney, I’ve seen far too many families struggle when a loved one’s long-term care or estate wasn’t properly prepared.

I’ve witnessed how quickly savings can vanish to pay for nursing home care, leaving nothing for the next generation.

I’ve seen families torn apart by legal battles, costly delays, and unnecessary stress—all because there wasn’t a clear plan in place.

I believe that every family deserves to protect what they’ve worked for and have a future where their long-term care needs are met, their wishes honored, and their loved ones protected from undue stress.

That’s why I created a free report to answer your biggest questions and help you take the right steps now to prevent these painful scenarios. Don’t wait until it’s too late—take control of your legacy today. Set up a confidential appointment or request my free report to learn the steps you must take to protect your lifestyle, your loved ones, and your legacy.

Mike Bascom, CEO, Founder, Senior Attorney and Author.

Estate Planning Options: Choose Wisely for Your Family’s Future

Option	Outcome
Doing Nothing	❌ State Controls Everything: Your family faces delays, high costs, and public exposure.
	❌ Family Confusion & Conflict: No guidance, no protection, only chaos.
	❌ Legacy Lost: Years of hard work drained by taxes, probate, and court battles.

Minimal Online Will	❗ False Security: A “one-size-fits-all” document that can’t address unique needs.
	❗ Risk of Errors: Small mistakes can lead to costly delays and family disputes.
	❗ Inadequate Protection: Often leaves assets exposed to probate and fees.

Hiring the Wrong Attorney	⚠️ Standard Documents, No Strategy: Fails to address hidden risks or adapt to changes.
	⚠️ No Long-Term Care Planning: Exposes savings to medical costs, leaving little behind.
	⚠️ Outdated Guidance: No follow-up or updates, putting your family’s future at risk.

Hiring Bascom Law	✅ Custom Plan for Your Needs: Every detail covered, with real protection for your family.
	✅ Long-Term Care Safeguards: Keeps your wealth safe from nursing home costs.
	✅ Ongoing Support & Updates: Your plan adapts as life changes, securing your legacy.

At Bascom Law, we don’t just create Estate Plans; we become your partner in protecting your life’s work. Our team is dedicated to crafting a custom plan that reflects your wishes, protects your loved ones, and safeguards your assets from the skyrocketing costs of long-term care. We bring you the same advanced strategies that the ultra-wealthy use to preserve wealth—ensuring that every dollar you’ve earned goes exactly where you want it.

With Bascom Law, you get more than a plan—you gain peace of mind, knowing your family’s future is secure and your legacy is protected from unexpected expenses and legal pitfalls. Don’t settle for less. Choose a plan that truly works for you.

“We chose Bascom Law to handle my dad’s Estate Plan.

Mike Bascom listened to our situation and walked us through his recommendations.

He was kind and extremely knowledgeable. He put my dad at ease and gained his trust in our first meeting.

We feel relieved and confident now that the issues have been addressed. We recommend Bascom Law for elder Estate planning.”

-Donna Merit

“I chose Bascom Law due to their professionalism and communication. I had Bascom Law do an Irrevocable Trust for my family, and the process was smooth and explained to us in detail. Laura was extremely helpful in questions that arose and was quick to respond whenever we needed her. I have personally referred several of my family members and clients, who have been completely satisfied with their service. I highly recommend using Bascom Law for any of your Estate Planning needs.”

-Michele Capozzi

“My husband and I weren’t sure about needing a Will or Trust. After meeting with Mike and Brad, selecting the right option that fit our needs was easy.

Great family business with caring staff.

They are patient in helping you understand Estate Planning.

This is a service we all need regardless of net worth.

We will definitely recommend them to friends and family.”

-Edis and Jamal J

Do You Really Need an Estate Plan? Or Long-Term Care Protection?

Every adult—whether you have a few assets or a sprawling estate—needs a plan in place. Without one, you’re leaving the people you love exposed to costly delays, state-controlled asset distribution, and legal battles that could drain every dollar you’ve worked so hard to build. Imagine your family, already dealing with the heartbreak of loss, now forced into chaos because there was no clear plan. Is that really the legacy you want to leave?

Here’s the truth: if you have assets, family, or even a single person you care about, an Estate Plan is the key to making sure your wishes are honored, that your assets go to the right people, and that your loved ones are protected from the painful reality of probate and court interference. Even a modest plan could save your family thousands of dollars in unnecessary costs and protect them from months or years of red tape.

And let’s talk about long-term care—something most people overlook until it’s too late. Do you know the cost of nursing homes today? What happens if you suddenly need care? Those expenses can swallow your life savings in a matter of months, leaving your family with nothing but a drained bank account and empty promises. Including long-term care planning in your Estate Plan is the only way to shield your assets from this threat, ensuring that the wealth you’ve built supports the people you love, not nursing home bills.

Most people believe they’ll have time to think about this “later.” But life doesn’t wait. Accidents, illnesses, and unexpected events happen every day. Without a plan, everything you’ve saved, every choice you wanted to make, could be left to someone else’s control. If the idea of losing your life’s work to court fees, taxes, or medical expenses makes you uneasy, that’s your sign—you need an Estate Plan, and you need it now.

A Message From Mike Bascom

Dear Friend,

Protecting your legacy and loved ones is one of life’s most important goals, and that’s why we’ve built a firm devoted to quality, detail, and deep care for each client.

While we’re not the cheapest option, we believe that when it comes to your family’s future, “good enough” isn’t enough.

Our team delivers more than documents—we offer a personalized partnership.

I personally invest time to understand your unique goals and concerns, crafting a plan that secures what matters most to you.

Estate planning isn’t just about assets; it’s about preparing for the future with confidence and clarity. When you work with us, you’ll gain a partner dedicated to protecting your legacy and peace of mind.

Ready to start? Let’s create a plan you can truly rely on.

Mike Bascom

CEO, Founder, Senior Attorney and Author.

Your Legacy, Your Plan: Begin with a No-Obligation Call

Take the first step toward securing your family’s future and protecting your assets from long-term care costs.

Schedule your Introduction and Expectations call today, and let’s discuss how a tailored estate and long-term care plan can safeguard everything you’ve worked for.

This no-obligation call is your chance to get answers, explore your options, and begin building a plan that brings you peace of mind.