Potential Problems with Transfer On Death #TOD Accounts?

Thinking about a Transfer on Death (TOD) account? Before you name a beneficiary and call it “done,” you might want to hear this example Tom heard recently. In this video, we share an example of how a TOD account can - accidentally - cause family conflict, hurt feelings, and unintended outcomes. Mom sets up a small brokerage account as a Transfer on Death account for her daughter. Mom thought she was making a thoughtful gesture. Years later, inadvertently, most of her liquid assets ended up in the TOD account. When Mom passed away, two-thirds of her estate went directly to one child, bypassing the original plan. Transfer on death accounts can be a great tool. But it's important to understand the potential pitfalls, as discussed in this video focusing on estate planning. Mullooly Asset Management is a fee-only investment advisory firm located in Monmouth County, NJ. We work to educate our clients regarding managing the risk in their investments. We act in a fiduciary capacity with our clients at all times. Our family of investments advisors (Tom, and his three sons - Brendan, Tim and Casey) are all CFP® Professionals. To our knowledge, WE ARE THE ONLY FAMILY firm - in the nation - with four fiduciary, fee-only investment advisors who all have earned CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification. Tom Mullooly is an investment industry veteran of over 35+ years. The "Mullooly Asset Show," has over 350 episodes and over 450 unique podcasts, which can be found on the site https://www.mullooly.net. The "Mullooly Asset Show" answers questions and cover topics that YOU bring up. Our topics and questions range from those brought up, or sent in, by our viewers. Get in touch with us here: Office: 1971 State Route 34 Wall Township, New Jersey 07719 Phone: 732-223-9000 Website: https://mullooly.net Facebook: www.facebook.com/MulloolyAsset Twitter: @mulloolyasset LinkedIn: @mullooly-asset-management Email: [email protected] This content is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute personalized investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice, and should not be relied upon as such. Mullooly Asset Management, Inc. is not endorsing practices, products, or services that may be mentioned, and highly recommend consulting with a licensed financial professional about your own specific goals and circumstances prior to engaging in any financial decisions. Investing involves the risk of loss. Employees of Mullooly Asset Management, Inc. may maintain positions in securities discussed, however absolutely none of this is a solicitation or recommendation to buy or sell. Charts and graphs provided within are for informational purposes solely and should not be relied upon when making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This content speaks only as of the date indicated. Any projections, estimates, forecasts, targets, prospects, and/or opinions expressed in these materials are subject to change without notice.