California probate can be slow, expensive, and messy, especially when you own rentals or run a business. In this episode, I am joined by Mark Abel, a Southern California trusts-and-estates attorney, to explain how estate planning and LLCs work together for STR owners and real estate investors.

We cover why a living revocable trust is a go-to tool for avoiding probate, how a pour-over will “catch” assets that never make it back into the trust (often after refinances), and the documents that matter for incapacity planning so operations don’t freeze after an unexpected event.

You’ll also hear our guidance on LLC successor planning, why trusts matter even more for families with minor children, and what Mark is seeing in California, including HOA crackdowns and STR lottery or waitlist systems.

If you’ve been “meaning to get around to it,” this episode is your reminder: hope for the best, plan for the worst.

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Asset protection doesn’t have to be confusing, especially when you own short-term rentals.

In this episode, Katie is joined by attorney Kevin Snyder of Snyder Law to break down “layers of protection” for STR owners: insurance, LLC structuring, and when trusts may (or may not) make sense. They cover why separating properties into different LLCs can reduce risk, the real problem with “pooling” rentals under one entity, and how out-of-state LLCs (like Wyoming) can add an extra deterrent layer—especially for California owners concerned about charging orders. Kevin also explains the basics of piercing the corporate veil, the compliance habits that keep your LLC strong (bank accounts, operating agreements, annual upkeep), and where crypto fits into an asset-protection plan

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I sat down with Brett Swartz to unpack tax-smart exit planning for real estate investors and business owners—especially how a Deferred Sales Trust can help defer capital gains with more flexibility than a traditional 1031 exchange.

If you’re thinking about selling, this episode is for you. Hit play, follow the show on Spotify, and share it with a friend who’s planning an exit.🎙️

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