BoomerTime with Nancy Cogar

In this episode of BoomerTime, I want you to think ahead of time and include your emergency preparedness plan as part of the overall planning process. I've also included a downloadable resource to help you do just that. Free Downloadable Resource: https://nancycogar.com/what-most-families-dont-have-ready-when-disaster-strikes-episode-118/Nancy A. Cogar, Esq., has a Tennessee-based practice in...

Caregiving is one of the most stressful seasons you can find yourself. Caregiving for an aging parent can be genuinely, measurably stressful — the research consistently shows it affects mental health, physical health, finances, and careers. Here's what the data says. 63 million Americans — nearly 1 in 4 adults — provided ongoing care for an adult or a child with a complex medical condition or...

At age 18, your kids are adults in the eyes of the law and this can be scary when sending them off to college. Without further legal protections like a Healthcare POA or Financial POA, parents are left in the dark about important concerns. A POA for a child over 18 gives you access to medical information, financial records and grades. Without this, you cannot make these important decisions for the...

In this episode, I am joined by Tabi Upton, a very familiar face in the Tennessee Valley who is passionate about community. We discuss her own journey as a family caregiver, what that role meant to her, the one thing she believes everyone should try, and how she advocates for others in her current role. About Tabi Tabi Upton is a weekend radio host for J103. She enjoys promoting and connecting the...

Thank you to Local 3 News, Morning Pointe Senior Living and Food City for joining in on this important discussion on aging well. Watch the full discussion here: https://youtu.be/vEvcY6SqSvk?si=CIIUM3NxFEioUuUZNancy A. Cogar, Esq., has a Tennessee-based practice in estate planning, elder law, long-term care planning and advocacy for older adults. As a partner with Samples Jennings PLLC, she is comm...

In this episode, I want to check on my caregivers out there. I, too, am a caregiver and have walked the walk. So I hope that my take on caregiving challenges can be of help to those of you who are new to the role or are feeling pressed against the wall when providing care to a loved one. I talk about the "one willing child" phenomenon, the physical and mental toll of caregiving, and the...

Show Notes: https://nancycogar.com/reddit-estate-planning-questions/Order the BoomerTime™ Blueprint on Amazon: ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/02BngMwr⁠⁠​For help, visit https://www. NancyCogar.comDisclaimer: The information provided on this website and on the podcast is not intended to be considered as legal advice or constitute an attorney/client relationship as provided under the Tennessee Rules of Profession...

Order the BoomerTime™ Blueprint on Amazon: ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/02BngMwr⁠⁠​For help, visit https://www. NancyCogar.comDisclaimer: The information provided on this website and on the podcast is not intended to be considered as legal advice or constitute an attorney/client relationship as provided under the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct.

Order the BoomerTime™ Blueprint on Amazon: ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/02BngMwr⁠⁠For help, visit https://www. NancyCogar.comLooking for a community of caregivers and families in need of planning support? Join my FREE Skool here: ⁠https://www.skool.com/the-evergreen-pathway⁠Listen to BoomerTime with Nancy Cogar on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@NancyACogarListen to BoomerTime with Nancy Cogar on Spotify: ...

Order the BoomerTime™ Blueprint on Amazon: ⁠⁠https://a.co/d/02BngMwr⁠⁠Episode Show Notes + Free Downloadable Resource: https://nancycogar.com/are-you-leaving-behind-a-legacy/For help, visit https://www. NancyCogar.comLooking for a community of caregivers and families in need of planning support? Join my FREE Skool here: ⁠https://www.skool.com/the-evergreen-pathway⁠Listen to BoomerTime with Nancy C...

Order the BoomerTime™ Blueprint on Amazon: ⁠https://a.co/d/02BngMwr⁠ Episode Show Notes + Free Downloadable Resource: https://nancycogar.com/planning-for-love-pre-nups-post-nups-explained/ For help, visit https://www. NancyCogar.com  Looking for a community of caregivers and families in need of planning support? Join my FREE Skool here:  https://www.skool.com/the-evergreen-pathway Listen to Boomer...

Episode Show Notes + FREE Downloadable Resource: https://nancycogar.com/divorce-and-your-assets-with-david-smith/ In this episode, I sit down with David Smith, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, who shares important post-divorce resources that everyone over 65 needs to know. David also includes a helpful downloadable resource (available below) to guide you through the process.

Episode Show Notes and FREE 5-Minute Control Plan Resource: https://nancycogar.com/what-keeps-aging-adults-awake-at-night/ 🔑 For help, visit https://www. NancyCogar.com📚 Looking for a community of caregivers and families in need of planning support? Join my FREE Skool here: https://www.skool.com/the-evergreen-pathway🎙Listen to BoomerTime with Nancy Cogar on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Nanc...

Nancy Cogar chats with Brooke Steele and Will Brewer with Martin Boyd Christian Home to talk about an upcoming planning event happening in Chattanooga, and also some signs families should look for to know if assisted living is around the corner. EVENT: Planning Ahead with Confidence March 24, 2026, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Martin Boyd Christian Home 6845 Standifer Gap Rd, Chattanooga, TN, United States, T...

Show Notes for This Episode of BoomerTime with Nancy Cogar: https://nancycogar.com/a-look-ahead-in-estate-planning/Nancy A. Cogar, Esq., has a Tennessee-based practice in estate planning, elder law, long-term care planning & advocacy for older adults. As a partner with Samples, Jennings, Clem & Fields, PLLC, she is committed to comprehensive, competent & compassionate advocacy for seni...

Show Notes and Free Download: https://nancycogar.com/tax-trapped-are-taxes-draining-your-estate/ In Episode 99 of BoomerTime with Nancy Cogar, I walk through 10 real-world tax traps, how they happen, and how planning prevents them. PLUS, download a FREE resource - The Tax Trap Checklist. Nancy A. Cogar, Esq., has a Tennessee-based practice in estate planning, elder law, long-term care planning &am...

Click here for a Free Downloada ble Resource In this episode, I continue my deep dive on Artificial Intelligence and how that impacts your assets and your estate. In my previous episode, I talked about looking after your online account inventory and provided a free resource to help you do just that. Today, AI is embedded in our society. But have you considered what that means when it comes to gain...

Episode Show Notes & Free Downloadable Resource: https://nancycogar.com/who-has-your-online-access-when-you-die/============================Nancy A. Cogar, Esq., has a Tennessee-based practice in estate planning, elder law, long-term care planning & advocacy for older adults. As a partner with Samples, Jennings, Clem & Fields, PLLC, she is committed to comprehensive, competent & co...

In this episode of BoomerTime with Nancy Cogar, I share a 10-Point Checklist of Laws and Rules That Can Prevent Someone From Inheriting an Estate —including statutory protections (like slayer statutes ), lesser-known rules in specific jurisdictions, and some surprising applications. For each item, I explain what the law is , why it matters , and real-life implications or examples where available....

Happy New Year! Boy, I'm looking forward to what's to come in 2026, and I've resolved to offer you more resources to help you get your affairs in order. Hey, it's Season 3 of the BoomerTime podcast and in this episode, I'm offering some New Year’s–style estate planning resolutions designed for individuals who either have no estate plan or have not updated their plan in many yea...

I've been thinking a lot lately about personal property. Not just the stuff that clutters our houses, but the potential wealth and legacy contained within our collections. For many of us, especially in the Baby Boomer generation, it’s time for a serious—and potentially fun—treasure hunt right in our own homes. We need to be more mindful of what we’ve collected—its value, how that value can sup...

Business owners should absolutely prioritize estate planning. In this episode, I explain how a succession plan can help preserve your legacy. Episode Show Notes: https://nancycogar.com/estate-planning-for-business-owners/Nancy A. Cogar, Esq., has a Tennessee-based practice in estate planning, elder law, long-term care planning & advocacy for older adults. As a partner with Samples, Jennings, C...

This episode is all about navigating senior living and quality of care, and I'm excited to have Kya Groves, owner of Front Porch Senior Advisors as our expert guest. Kya is a seasoned advocate and expert in the senior-care field with over two decades of hands-on experience—Including Director of Business Development for in-home care, senior living and dementia support. Kya assists seniors and t...

Show notes for this episode: https://nancycogar.com/who-inherits-your-business/ Nancy A. Cogar, Esq., has a Tennessee-based practice in estate planning, elder law, long-term care planning & advocacy for older adults. As a partner with Samples, Jennings, Clem & Fields, PLLC, she is committed to comprehensive, competent & compassionate advocacy for seniors, caregivers and families navigating aging a...

#soloagers #boomers #aging Show notes for this episode: https://nancycogar.com/solo-agers/Nancy A. Cogar, Esq., has a Tennessee-based practice in estate planning, elder law, long-term care planning & advocacy for older adults. As a partner with Samples, Jennings, Clem & Fields, PLLC, she is committed to comprehensive, competent & compassionate advocacy for seniors, caregivers and famil...